Sr. Manager, Program Management - Data Center

Job Req ID: 26995

About Supermicro:

Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary:

Supermicro IT team is seeking a results-driven Sr. Manager, Program Management- Data Center to lead strategic initiatives across our global data center business infrastructure portfolio. This leader will oversee critical programs including data center sourcing, facility deployment, and infrastructure modernization spanning both liquid-cooled and air-cooled environments optimized for AI workloads.

The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of GPU-driven data center trends (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel), power and thermal design, and mechanical/electrical infrastructure. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional engineering, operations, and vendor teams to enable next-generation capacity at scale.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership: Drive end-to-end execution of strategic Data Center infrastructure initiatives, including new builds, retrofits, and DLC POC & EBC showcase projects.
• Market Insight Integration: Monitor trends in GPU platforms, AI infrastructure, and cooling technologies to guide long-term planning and readiness.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, facilities, and operations teams to deliver projects aligned with business goals and SLA targets.
• Executive Reporting: Provide structured updates on program milestones, risks, mitigations, and ROI metrics to senior leadership including business value proposition updates.
• Customer Facing: Ability to translate customer needs into technical requirements
• On-boarding of Customers: Implementation of technical solution to on-board customer to product offerings
• Market Analysis: Qualify opportunities and create targeted lists for vertical markets, identifying trends, challenges, and opportunities within the enterprise sector.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders in large enterprises, effectively communicating product and market information to position Supermicro as a trusted partner.
• Sales Collaboration: Work closely with sales teams to develop superior customer service relationships with prospects, ensuring seamless collaboration to close deals successfully.
• Opportunity Identification: Identify new business opportunities, leveraging insights and market intelligence to drive growth in the enterprise space.
• Reporting and Analysis: Produce reports as necessary to track progress against goals and provide insights into market performance, adjusting strategies as needed.

Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in data center program management, infrastructure, or data center development
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (MBA or MS a plus)
• Proven success managing large-scale, cross-disciplinary data center or colocation projects
• Strong knowledge of high-performance computing (HPC), GPU trends, and AI workload infrastructure needs
• Expertise in mechanical, electrical, and power infrastructure systems (M&E, PDUs, DLC, UPS, etc.)
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• PMP, PgMP, or related program management certifications (preferred)
• Hands-on engagement with emerging technologies in AI, machine learning, and high-density compute platforms
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (MBA or MS a plus)

Salary Range

TBD

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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