Data Center Civil Engineer

About the Company Armada is the hyperscaler for the edge, delivering modular AI infrastructure from first deployment to AI factory with speed, scale and sovereignty. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and to the CNBC Disruptor 50, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.  With nearly half a billion dollars in funding, Armada is backed by top investors such as Microsoft (M12), Founders Fund, and BlackRock, and has collaborations and partnerships including NVIDIA, Palantir and Dell Technologies. We are looking for the most brilliant minds in the world to join us.  Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.   About the role We are seeking a Data Center Civil Engineer to lead the interpretation and application of civil infrastructure requirements for Armada’s modular data center deployments.   This role is focused on ensuring our standardized modules can be  permitted, sited, and deployed across diverse jurisdictions without late-stage redesign . You will serve as the internal authority on  civil site requirements , translating local codes, site constraints, and AHJ expectations into clear inputs for product, engineering, and delivery teams.   This is a strategic, cross-functional position at the intersection of  civil infrastructure, permitting, and modular deployment execution .   Location. This role is remote-based. Travel. 30% or more What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities) Civil Requirements & Site Strategy   Own interpretation of  civil and site development requirements  impacting modular data center deployments, including:   Site preparation, grading, and access   Foundations, anchoring, and structural interfaces   Utility coordination (power, grounding, water, drainage)   Fire/life safety site considerations (setbacks, access, egress)   Evaluate  jurisdiction-specific codes, permitting pathways, and AHJ expectations   Identify constraints affecting  module siting, layout, and deployment feasibility   Support design development as needed by translating site conditions, permitting constraints, utility requirements, and constructability considerations into actionable inputs for engineering and external GC's/civil consultants.   Cross-Functional Leadership   Partner with product, engineering, and delivery teams to:   Translate civil requirements into  clear constraints, risks, and design inputs   Provide  early-stage feasibility assessments  and go/no-go recommendations   Prevent non-standard site conditions from driving late-stage design changes   Support customer deployments by:   Assessing  site-specific civil readiness   Coordinating with OEM partners and  local civil consultants   Advising on alignment with Armada’s standard SKUs vs. required customization   Standards & Scalability   Develop and maintain:   Civil requirement guidelines  for modular deployments   Site readiness and permitting  checklists by geography   Documentation that standardizes civil assumptions across projects   Capture recurring requirements and regional patterns to:   Improve deployment speed and consistency   Inform product and platform evolution   Required Qualifications Experience   6+ years  in civil engineering, site development, or infrastructure delivery   Professional Engineer (PE or  P.Eng ) license   Experience with  data centers, critical facilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects   Proven ability to operate across  permitting, site execution, and cross-functional teams   Experience managing  consultants, vendors, and project stakeholders   Technical Expertise   Strong understanding of:   Site development (grading, drainage, access, utilities)   Foundations and structural interfaces for prefabricated or modular systems   Utility coordination, especially  electrical service and grounding   Fire/life safety considerations at the site level   Ability to interpret  codes, standards, and AHJ requirements  and translate them into actionable guidance   Compensation For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications. We use a geographic pay structure based on cost-of-labor markets.   Tier 1 (e.g., SF Bay Area, NYC, Seattle): $130,830 – $163,530   Tier 2 (most U.S. metro areas): $113,760 – $142,200   Tier 3 (other cities): $108,080  – $135,090 Final compensation will be determined by experience, scope, and level, and may vary from the posted range.   In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request). Benefits Competitive base salary and equity Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost) Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA) Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Unlimited paid time off (PTO) 14 paid company holidays per year #LI-AB1 #LI-Remote Compensation $113,760 — $142,200 USD   You're a Great Fit if You're A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge  A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude  Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spi