Sr. Manager, Datacenter Compute Infrastructure (Starlink)
On-siteAustin, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Build and lead a high-performing sourcing team focused on GPU/accelerators, CPUs, storage, ODM/CM, servers, and racks. Define commodity strategies and multi-year roadmaps in partnership with engineering, architecture, and platform teams. Oversee end-to-end sourcing, supplier qualification, multi-sourcing, and performance management to meet aggressive build schedules. Orchestrate demand across SpaceXAI companies and align internal roadmaps with key vendors to secure preferential allocation and capacity. Negotiate major agreements focused on pricing, volume, technology access, and reliable delivery. Manage ODM/CM relationships and drive improvements in server and rack designs, cost, and delivery. Monitor supply chain risks and implement mitigation plans for critical compute components. Drive cost reduction through should-cost modeling, value engineering, and long-term agreements while maintaining quality and reliability standards. Track team and category KPIs; provide regular updates and recommendations to senior leadership. Foster strong cross-functional collaboration and promote effective supply chain practices across the organization. This role requires onsite presence in Austin, TX or Palo Alto, CA.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 10+ years of experience working in one or more of the following: Business, Supply Chain, Engineering
- 14+ years of experience working in one or more of the following in lieu of a degree
- 8+ years of experience in global supply chain, procurement, or commodity management with a focus on compute hardware (GPUs, CPUs, storage, and/or servers)
- 4+ years of experience in people management
- 4+ years of experience building, leading, and managing sourcing teams
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support supplier relationships and critical projects
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with rapidly evolving priorities and world-class execution speed
- U.S. citizen or national
- U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder)
- Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157
- Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158
- Eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
- This position is based in Austin, TX or Palo Alto, CA, and requires being onsite
Desired Qualifications
- Technical understanding of datacenter compute architectures, GPUs/accelerators, CPUs, storage systems, ODM/CM models, servers, and racks
- Experience in fast-paced hyperscale or AI infrastructure environments
- Background working with major compute suppliers, ODMs, and contract manufacturers
- Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical, and cross-functional skills
- Proven ability to secure supply and manage costs in constrained, high-demand markets
- Passion for SpaceXAI's mission
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