Data Center Architect – Manager

SMA America

Data Center Architect Manager driving standardization and scalability of Data Center solutions at SMA America. Collaborating with global teams to ensure architectural excellence and deep technical solutions.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $133,000 - $153,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and maintain process documentation and best practices for Data Center technical solutions.
Act as the technical lead for Data Center solutions, serving as a key interface between regional teams and SMA's Headquarters.
Drive standardization and scalability of solution architectures.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and external partners and vendors.
Proactively address integration challenges and regulatory changes.
Support business development by providing deep technical expertise, presentations, and training materials.
Share best practices, technical guidelines, and training materials both regionally and globally.
Evaluate emerging technologies, industry standards, and competitive offerings to maintain technological leadership in the Data Center and its infrastructure.
Drive project and stakeholder management at all levels, ensuring alignment between technical feasibility and commercial success.
Other duties as may be required or assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial or Electrical Engineering or an adjacent discipline.
10+ years of experience in the energy industry, preferably in BESS and grid connection of large energy assets.
5+ years of experience in solution architecture, product management, or a comparable field.
Knowledge of inverter systems, plant controllers, and battery interfaces.
Knowledge of the specific challenges of grid integration of electrical energy assets.
Experience with grid codes and grid operators.
Ability to break down complex topics into clear technical requirements.
Ability to connect technical and commercial properties into a valuable solution.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across customers, sales, and development teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal, is required. German and/or Spanish language skills are a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams) is strongly preferred.
Ability to travel periodically, both domestically and internationally.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage (including $0 premium options).
401(k) plan with company match.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment.

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Hard Skills & Tools

solution architectureproduct managementinverter systemsplant controllersbattery interfacesgrid integrationgrid codestechnical documentationprocess documentationemerging technologies

Soft Skills

communication skillsstakeholder managementcross-functional collaborationpresentation skillstraining developmentproblem-solvingtechnical expertiseorganizational skillsability to simplify complex topicscommercial awareness

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degree