We are supporting a rapidly growing, sustainability‑driven data centre operator in their search for a Data Centre Solutions Architect to join their expanding Solutions function. This organisation develops, designs and operates large‑scale, next‑generation data centres across Europe, and is investing heavily in new sites to meet the rising demand for sovereign, energy‑efficient digital infrastructure.
This role sits at the heart of early‑stage project development and is ideal for someone who thrives in pre‑construction design, customer engagement and technical leadership.
The Role
As a key member of the Solutions Team, you will work closely with senior technical leadership to guide projects through the early RIBA stages (0-3), ensuring a structured, high‑quality planning process before construction begins. Your work will directly shape the technical direction of new data‑centre builds and ensure seamless transitions into delivery.
You will act as a trusted technical advisor to major hyperscale, cloud and public‑sector customers, translating complex requirements into scalable, efficient and future‑proof designs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead pre‑sales technical engagements with hyperscalers, neo‑cloud providers and government customers.
- Develop tailored data‑centre design solutions, including conceptual layouts and fit‑out strategies.
- Coordinate cross‑functional teams - including architects, engineers, contractors and internal stakeholders - to produce designs aligned with customer requirements.
- Represent the business as a trusted advisor, breaking down complex needs into actionable design outcomes.
- Present technical solutions to senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business, operational and infrastructure objectives.
- Collaborate with vendors, subcontractors and internal delivery teams throughout the full project lifecycle.
- Serve as the subject‑matter expert for the sales team on all data‑centre infrastructure topics.
- Prepare and manage technical responses for RFIs, RFPs and customer design reviews.
- Support post‑sales activities and maintain strong continuity between pre‑sales and delivery.
- Provide valuable customer insight to internal design and operations teams, influencing future design standards and innovation.
About You
- 4+ years' experience in data‑centre infrastructure design, preferably hyperscale or large‑scale environments.
- Strong background in electrical, mechanical or data‑centre operations engineering.
- Demonstrated experience in pre‑sales or solution‑engineering roles for hyperscale, cloud or public‑sector clients.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Visio.
- Fluent in both German and English.
- Confident leader with experience guiding cross‑functional teams and coordinating external partners.
- Able to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Deep understanding of critical power and cooling systems, scaling strategies and redundancy architectures.
- Customer‑oriented, commercially aware and highly proactive.
What's on Offer
- Attractive compensation package with bonus.
- 30 days' annual leave plus 20 days workation.
- Hybrid and highly flexible working arrangements.
- Generous benefits including pension, corporate discounts and a monthly tax‑free allowance.
- Extensive training and career development opportunities.
- Long‑term career stability within a financially strong, forward‑thinking organisation.
- A modern, supportive and inclusive workplace culture with a strong emphasis on teamwork.
