Director, Engineering - Data Centers

Who We Are:
Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality.
 
Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S.
 
We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI.
 
Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
 
To learn more about our businesses and products, visit www.galaxy.com.

What We Value:

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

• Seek Excellence.
• Be Selective To Be Effective.
• Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
• Disagree Transparently.
• Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
• Build Dream Teams.

Who You Are: 

You are a seasoned engineering leader with deep expertise in designing and delivering mission-critical infrastructure at scale. As the Director of Engineering, Data Centers, you will lead the end-to-end engineering function for Galaxy’s data center developments, beginning with our flagship Helios campus in Afton, Texas. You will be responsible for shaping and executing the technical vision, ensuring our facilities are built to the highest standards of performance, reliability, and sustainability. In this role, you will oversee a diverse team of engineers across structural, electrical, and mechanical disciplines, while working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders, external partners, and regulatory agencies. This is a hands-on, high-impact leadership position that calls for a strategic thinker with a proven track record in complex infrastructure projects, a passion for innovation, and a commitment to operational excellence in a fast-evolving environment. 

What You'll Do: 

• Lead the engineering strategy and execution across Galaxy’s data center portfolio, overseeing structural, electrical, and mechanical systems from concept through commissioning
• Lead the engineering strategy and execution across Galaxy’s data center portfolio, overseeing structural, electrical, and mechanical systems from concept through commissioning 
• Manage a multidisciplinary internal engineering team and external consultants across all disciplines, including MEP engineers, structural engineers, BIM coordinators, project engineers, and technical program managers 
• Coordinate closely with construction, operations, design, procurement, safety, and sustainability teams to ensure project alignment, operational readiness, and long-term maintainability 
• Serve as a senior technical leader and decision-maker across the entire design-build lifecycle, from site planning and permitting to system commissioning and turnover 
• Oversee development of critical infrastructure including building envelopes, structural frames, power distribution networks, cooling systems, fire protection, and backup systems 
• Ensure full compliance with industry codes and standards (IBC, NEC, ACI, ASHRAE, NFPA, IEEE), while maintaining Galaxy’s internal performance, uptime, and efficiency requirements 
• Lead design reviews, scope validation, and technical escalations, ensuring integration across all engineering disciplines and functions 
• Guide equipment selection, vendor coordination, and systems integration for core