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Data Center Architect, CSA

AnthropicRemote-Friendly, United StatesCompute
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Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
15 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Data Center Architect, CSA position at Anthropic is a remote-friendly role based in the United States that serves as the technical owner for the physical building fabric of the company's AI compute facilities. This opportunity suits an experienced infrastructure professional who wants to shape the civil, structural, and architectural standards governing facilities designed to support advanced AI workloads globally.

Key Responsibilities

Establish and own the civil, structural, and architectural reference design standards across the multi-site data center portfolio.
Direct front-end test fits, site feasibility studies, structural evaluations, utility interfaces, and code compliance reviews.
Review and approve technical deliverables from design-build partners and architecture-engineering firms across all design stages.
Integrate civil, structural, and architectural plans with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and IT infrastructure teams.
Lead site and campus planning initiatives to maximize compute density, optimize construction phases, and align physical layouts with operational requirements.
Provide technical oversight during construction, resolve field issues, and support commissioning activities.
Evaluate and maintain relationships with design partners, structural subconsultants, and modular prefabrication vendors.
Identify and implement modular construction opportunities to lower schedule, cost, and design risks.
Travel globally to project sites for design reviews, construction audits, and commissioning milestones for up to 40% of the time.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of experience delivering mission-critical facility infrastructure.
At least 6 years of direct experience in hyperscale or large-scale data center civil, structural, and architectural design.
Deep technical expertise across civil site development, structural engineering, and architectural programming for industrial facilities.
Demonstrated background acting as an owner's engineer or lead technical authority establishing standards and approving deliverables.
Familiarity with building codes and standards such as IBC, IFC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC, FM Global, and local jurisdictional requirements.
Experience designing for high-density compute environments, direct liquid-cooling systems, and dense rack deployments.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Nice to Have

Licensed Professional Engineer in civil or structural engineering, or a licensed architect.
Experience utilizing prefabricated and modular construction strategies for data center deployments.
Familiarity with geotechnical risk assessment and foundation design for large industrial facilities.
LEED accreditation, Uptime Institute AOS or M&O certification, or equivalent mission-critical credentials.
International project delivery experience across Europe, Asia-Pacific, or other regions.
Proficiency reviewing design packages in Autodesk Construction Cloud, Revit, or Navisworks.

Skills and Tools

Civil site development and structural design
Architectural programming for industrial and mission-critical facilities
Building codes including IBC, IFC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC, and FM Global
High-density compute and direct liquid-cooling accommodation
Reference design standardization and owner's engineering oversight
Autodesk Construction Cloud, Revit, and Navisworks

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range of $320,000 to $405,000 USD.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Optional equity donation matching.
Generous vacation and parental leave.
Flexible working hours.

About the Company

Anthropic is a safety-focused artificial intelligence company and public benefit corporation dedicated to building reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems for the long-term benefit of humanity. Operating as a single cohesive team, the organization views AI research as an empirical science that addresses large-scale research efforts. The company values impactful, collaborative work and provides supportive office spaces for its staff.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official Anthropic careers page.

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Data Center Architect, CSA role?

The position is remote-friendly within the United States, with up to 40% global travel required for project site visits, design reviews, and commissioning milestones.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual base salary ranges from $320,000 to $405,000 USD.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years delivering mission-critical facility infrastructure, including at least 6 years focused directly on hyperscale or large-scale data center civil, structural, and architectural design.

Is visa sponsorship available for this job?

Yes, Anthropic does sponsor visas and works with an immigration lawyer to assist candidates receiving an offer, though they cannot successfully sponsor every role or candidate.

What education is required for this role?

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience, is required.

How should I apply for this position?

Candidates should apply directly through the official Anthropic careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Anthropic careers page.

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