Manager Data Centers (m/f/d)

YOUR ROLE

As Manager Data Centers (m/f/d) , you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of multiple data centers at our Frankfurt Sossenheim site , ensuring that internal and external customer requirements are met reliably. You will lead and develop a technical and operational team, manage key projects, and optimize processes. With your expertise in critical infrastructure and leadership experience, you will make a significant contribution to the stability and continued development of the site.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Take responsibility for the safe and cost-effective operation of multiple state-of-the-art data centers with individual customer requirements
• Actively lead and develop your team through coaching, mentoring, and targeted performance management to strengthen engagement and retention
• Ensure compliance with SLAs and KPIs and coordinate financial planning, including Capex and Opex budgets, as well as resource and capacity management
• Work with your team to maintain reliable shift and on-call coverage, ensuring continuous operational availability
• Optimize operational processes, oversee risk and contract management, and ensure compliance across all technical and operational activities
• Collaborate closely with different departments to implement organizational change successfully and drive innovation
• Oversee the lifecycle of the technical infrastructure and manage projects involving external service providers to ensure the highest standards of service quality
• Develop vendor management strategies and lead projects to continuously improve operational processes

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Several years of leadership experience in an operational environment, ideally in data center operations or comparable critical infrastructure
• Strong technical understanding of areas such as power supply, cooling and air-conditioning systems, backup power, and fire protection
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate technical teams
• Experience in budget management, process optimization, compliance, and risk management
• Technical vocational training or a comparable degree, ideally with a background in electrical engineering
• Very good English and good German language skills for day-to-day collaboration

WHAT WE OFFER

• An open company culture with direct communication and flat hierarchies
• An individual onboarding plan, including a buddy system, and structured training programs
• Personal development opportunities in a fast-growing environment
• Attractive additional benefits, including flexible working hours, digital meal vouchers, bike leasing, and a company pension plan
• Additional perks such as complimentary drinks, fresh fruit, and regular team events

ABOUT US

Digital Realty is a leading provider of carrier- and cloud-neutral data center services, offering a comprehensive portfolio of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions. Through PlatformDIGITAL® , the company’s global platform, Digital Realty provides a secure meeting place for data and delivers a proven solution for driving innovation and efficiently managing growing data volumes through its Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx™).

With more than 300 data centers across over 50 metropolitan areas in 28 countries on 6 continents , Digital Realty provides access to globally connected data communities. More than 3,500 employees worldwide work together every day to develop innovative solutions and create connections that matter.