Data Center Development Lead (Energy)

Location: Must be based in the United States (Texas)

Company

hirify.global is a renewable energy startup building a fully integrated energy company and decentralized platform to power the next generation of AI and compute-intensive industries.

What you will do

• Lead data center developments from early-stage opportunity through to energization.
• Assess potential sites from technical, planning, power, and infrastructure perspectives.
• Develop grid connection and power strategies in collaboration with utility providers.
• Manage planning, permitting, and stakeholder engagement processes.
• Identify and mitigate technical and development risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure projects are deliverable, scalable, and aligned with construction requirements.

Requirements

• Must be based in the United States with a strong understanding of ERCOT planning and grid connection processes.
• Proven experience developing data centers or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Technical expertise in data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, and utility systems.
• Experience taking projects from early-stage development through design, permitting, and delivery readiness.
• Ability to evaluate engineering decisions and challenge technical assumptions.
• Highly analytical, self-directed, and comfortable with significant ownership.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Biannual bonus scheme.
• Fully expensed tech equipment provided.
• Breakfast and dinner allowance for office-based employees.