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Data Center Solutions Architect

Nscale · Houston · United States

$160,000–$290,000 per yearSolutions Architect

Posted: 9/15/2026 · Last checked: 10/12/2026

Job description

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.About the Role (Job Purpose)

We are looking for a Data Center Solutions Architect to design and deliver end-to-end GPU infrastructure solutions. This role bridges customer requirements with deep technical design across networking, compute, storage, and data center systems.

What You’ll be Doing (Responsibilities)

  • Engage directly with customers to understand technical requirements and workloads
  • Design full-stack data center solutions including:
    • GPU racks and configurations
    • Network architecture (leaf/spine, rail design, InfiniBand, Ethernet, RoCE)
    • Storage systems and data pipelines
    • Control plane and management systems
  • Translate customer needs into detailed technical architectures and specifications
  • Collaborate with internal engineering teams to ensure feasibility and alignment
  • Support deployment planning and ensure performance and reliability targets are met
  • Act as a trusted technical advisor to customers
  • Engage in future technology familiarisation and research. 
  • Familiarity with AI tooling to augment design process above

About You (Skills / Qualifications)

  • Strong experience in data center architecture and large-scale infrastructure
  • Deep understanding of networking (leaf/spine, high-performance fabrics)
  • Familiarity with GPU systems and AI/ML infrastructure workloads
  • Experience with storage systems and distributed infrastructure
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences
  • Customer-facing experience strongly preferred
  • 10+ yrs relevant experience

 

The range below reflects the base salary for the position. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as skill set, experience, education, and location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for bonus, equity, and/or commission programs. Nscale may offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flexible paid time off, parental leave, and retirement plan participation.

Salary Range
$160,000—$290,000 USD

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