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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Development & Infrastructure Finance Lead - **Company:** Lambda Inc. - **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $202,000.0 - $230,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Cloud Computing, Data Centers, Financial Software, Operational Data Store, AI Infrastructure - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4de7fcae6d413c0b ## About the Role * Have a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field * Have 7+ years in FP&A, infrastructure finance, investment banking, or related roles, ideally with a focus on Cloud / AI infrastructure, Data centers, Telecom, Energy, Hardware or industrials * Have direct experience with CapEx planning and capital allocation, Project or development finance, and Operating cost modeling * Possess extensive experience in financial modeling and analysis, with a deep expertise in constructing complex financial models and interpreting financial statements to drive strategic decision-making * Have excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills * Possess strong Excel skills and experience with financial software systems * Have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, balancing multiple complex projects * Have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex data clearly and concisely * Are a team player with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to continuous improvement * Are able to work in an ambiguous environment with very little direction Nice to Have * Prior experience in a startup or high-growth organization, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility to thrive in such environments ## Description * Note: This position requires presence in our San Francisco or San Jose office location 4 days per week; Lambda's designated work from home day is currently Tuesday. What You'll Do Data Center Development Finance * Lead financial modeling for all new data center development projects, including construction, power infrastructure, and network buildout * Own construction budgets, cost-to-complete forecasts, and contingency tracking * Monitor project performance against budget and schedule, identifying risks and mitigation plans * Model project-level returns (IRR, NPV, payback) and track performance vs underwriting Capacity Planning & Infrastructure Forecasting * Develop and maintain the multi-year infrastructure and capacity roadmap * Own capacity models, including supply, demand, and utilization forecasting * Identify capacity risks, including underbuild or overbuild scenarios * Develop commissioning and ramp assumptions for new infrastructure * Support executive decision-making on infrastructure investments and prioritization Unit Economics & Cost Management * Own the infrastructure cost model, including power, networking, maintenance, and depreciation inputs * Develop and maintain cost per compute / workload models * Produce gross margin forecasts and cost sensitivity analyses * Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce cost per unit Budgeting, Forecasting & Performance Management * Own infrastructure CapEx and COGS budgets * Lead planning cycles for infrastructure and development spend * Deliver regular budget vs. actual (BvA) analysis for construction spend, infrastructure costs, capacity utilization, cost per unit, and present performance insights and recommendations to leadership Executive Reporting & Communication * Deliver infrastructure and development insights for executive reviews and board materials * Translate complex technical and operational data into clear financial insights * Provide actionable recommendations to drive capital efficiency and margin improvement ## Related Videos - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Leverage Cloud Computing Benefits with Serverless Multi-Cloud ML ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/78-leverage-cloud-computing-benefits-with-serverless-multi-cloud-ml) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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