Power and Utility Development Manager
Lambda is the #1 GPU Cloud for ML/AI teams training, fine-tuning and inferencing AI models, where engineers can easily, securely and affordably build, test and deploy AI products at scale. Lambda’s product portfolio includes on-prem GPU systems, hosted GPUs across public & private clouds and managed inference services – servicing government, researchers, startups and Enterprises world-wide.
If you'd like to build the world's best deep learning cloud, join us.
*Note: This position prefers presence in our Bay Area office locations, but is open to remote presence for the right candidate.
About the Job
As Lambda continues to scale its hyperscale AI data center footprint, power availability, sustainability, and cost predictability are critical to our long-term infrastructure success. The Manager – Power & Utility Development will play a foundational role in designing and executing the energy strategy that underpins our global deployments.
This position will focus on utility coordination, onsite generation, grid interconnects, renewable energy sourcing, and evaluating next-generation solutions to traditional diesel backup, such as battery storage, fuel cells, and microgrid integrations.
You’ll work in close partnership with Lambda’s real estate, legal, and engineering teams—ensuring that every site has a reliable, efficient, and scalable power solution tailored to the evolving demands of AI workloads.
What You'll Do
Utility Engagement & Grid Interconnection
Lead early utility engagement for new site evaluations and infrastructure planning
Coordinate substation access, transmission studies, interconnect applications, and timelines
Maintain active relationships with IOUs, municipalities, and co-ops across multiple markets
Onsite & Self-Generation Strategy
Evaluate and structure on-site generation opportunities including natural gas, fuel cell, solar PV, and battery storage systems
Assess site feasibility for microgrids, CHP systems, or hybrid energy architecture
Partner with engineering teams to align generation options with facility electrical design
Sustainability & Green Energy Procurement
Support power purchase agreement (PPA) execution and green energy certificate strategies
Recommend regionally viable approaches to 24/7 carbon-free energy sourcing
Interface with renewable developers and IPPs to identify long-term procurement partners
Innovation & Generator Alternatives
Evaluate emerging alternatives to traditional diesel gensets including HVO, hydrogen fuel cells, long-duration batteries, and flywheel systems
Stay abreast of regulatory trends, incentive programs, and environmental compliance that influence Lambda’s site energy profile
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with legal to structure utility service agreements and generation contracts
Support financial modeling for total energy cost of ownership and procurement ROI
Align all energy strategies with Lambda’s delivery roadmap and sustainability goals
You
Self-starter with a proven ability to independently drive and build programs in power systems engineering, utility development, or energy infrastructure strategy
7+ years of experience in power systems engineering, utility development, or energy infrastructure strategy
Direct experience with utility coordination, substation development, or interconnection processes
Familiarity with data center or industrial load profiles, resiliency standards, and electrical redundancy planning
Exposure to onsite generation systems such as natural gas engines, solar, BESS, or fuel cells
Ability to interface confidently with utilities, permitting authorities, and engineering consultants
Strong analytical and communication skills with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset
Preferred Experience
Experience with diesel generator alternatives and green backup technologies
Knowledge of PPA structuring, REC markets, and grid decarbonization policy
Background in infrastructure permitting, EPC coordination, or environmental compliance
Familiarity with liquid-to-chip cooling impacts on power usage and site design
Salary Range Information
Based on market data and other factors, the annual salary range for this position is $148,000-$212,000. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.
About Lambda
Founded in 2012, ~350 employees (2024) and growing fast
We offer generous cash & equity compensation
Our investors include Andra Capital, SGW, Andrej Karpathy, ARK Invest, Fincadia Advisors, G Squared, In-Q-Tel (IQT), KHK & Partners, NVIDIA, Pegatron, Supermicro, Wistron, Wiwynn, US Innovative Technology, Gradient Ventures, Mercato Partners, SVB, 1517, Crescent Cove.
We are experiencing extremely high demand for our systems, with quarter over quarter, year over year profitability
Our research papers have been accepted into top machine learning and graphics conferences, including NeurIPS, ICCV, SIGGRAPH, and TOG
Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
Wellness and Commuter stipends for select roles
401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)
Flexible Paid Time Off Plan that we all actually use
A Final Note:
You do not need to match all of the listed expectations to apply for this position. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lambda is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.