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Civil Site Engineer

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armada logoArmada · (remote)
$114K–$142K/yrFull-timeRemote1mo ago30+ days old, may be filled
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Armada is a full-stack edge infrastructure company delivering compute, connectivity, and sovereign AI/ML to some of the world's most remote places. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Armada's solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense. With over $200 million in funding, Armada is backed by top investors such as Microsoft (M12), Founders Fund, and has strategic partnerships including Starlink, Skydio, and NVIDIA. We are looking for the most brilliant minds in the world to join us. Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You'll tackle challenges that haven't been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada's mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world. We are seeking a Civil Site Engineer to lead the interpretation and application of civil infrastructure requirements for Armada's modular data center deployments. This role is focused on ensuring our standardized modules can be permitted, sited, and deployed across diverse jurisdictions without late-stage redesign . You will serve as the internal authority on civil site requirements , translating local codes, site constraints, and AHJ expectations into clear inputs for product, engineering, and delivery teams. This is a strategic, cross-functional position at the intersection of civil infrastructure, permitting, and modular deployment execution . Location. This role is remote-based. What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities) Civil Requirements & Site Strategy Own interpretation of civil and site development requirements impacting modular data center deployments, including: Site preparation, grading, and access Foundations, anchoring, and structural interfaces Utility coordination (power, grounding, water, drainage) Fire/life safety site considerations (setbacks, access, egress) Evaluate jurisdiction-specific codes, permitting pathways, and AHJ expectations Identify constraints affecting module siting, layout, and deployment feasibility Support design development as needed by translating site conditions, permitting constraints, utility requirements, and constructability considerations into actionable inputs for engineering and external GC's/civil consultants. Cross-Functional Leadership Partner with product, engineering, and delivery teams to: Translate civil requirements into clear constraints, risks, and design inputs Provide early-stage feasibility assessments and go/no-go recommendations Prevent non-standard site conditions from driving late-stage design changes Support customer deployments by: Assessing site-specific civil readiness Coordinating with OEM partners and local civil consultants Advising on alignment with Armada's standard SKUs vs. required customization Standards & Scalability Develop and maintain: Civil requirement guidelines for modular deployments Site readiness and permitting checklists by geography Documentation that standardizes civil assumptions across projects Capture recurring requirements and regional patterns to: Improve deployment speed and consistency Inform product and platform evolution Required Qualifications

Requirements

  • 6+ years in civil engineering, site development, or infrastructure delivery
  • Experience with data centers, critical facilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects
  • Proven ability to operate across permitting, site execution, and cross-functional teams
  • Experience managing consultants, vendors, and project stakeholders
  • Technical Expertise
  • Strong understanding of:
  • Site development (grading, drainage, access, utilities)
  • Foundations and structural interfaces for prefabricated or modular systems
  • Utility coordination, especially electrical service and grounding
  • Fire/life safety considerations at the site level
  • Ability to interpret codes, standards, and AHJ requirements and translate them into actionable guidance

Benefits

For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).Competitive base salary and equityMedical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)Unlimited paid time off (PTO)14 paid company holidays per year#LI-AB1#LI-Remote$113,760 - $142,200 USDYou're a Great Fit if You'reA go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build rHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offRemote work optionsFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options

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