Head of Data Center Site Acquisitions and Developments

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: 

Galaxy Digital Data Centers is seeking a Head of Data Center Site Acquisitions and Development to lead the sourcing, evaluation, and execution of large-scale data center campus developments globally. This role will help drive site selection, acquisition, and delivery strategy for mission-critical infrastructure that supports hyperscale and AI-driven workloads. 

The ideal candidate will combine real estate development expertise with a strong understanding of utility infrastructure (land, water, fiber, and environmental) to deliver best-in-class sites ready for mission-critical operations. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Identify and evaluate land parcels and campuses suitable for mission-critical AI data centers.
• Assess viability through research, financial modeling, and risk analysis.
• Analyze regional power availability, water resources, and fiber connectivity.
• Build and maintain relationships with landowners, utilities, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
• Lead negotiations for land acquisition, lease agreements, joint ventures, and partnerships.
• Work cross functionally with the team to drive commercial terms and agreements with utility providers, surface estate owners, mineral owners, and external consultants.
• Collaborate with internal Legal and Finance teams to finalize deal structures aligned with corporate strategy.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Technology, Finance, Power and Construction teams to ensure holistic site selection and delivery.
• Lead cross-functional workstreams from concept to "shovel ready” sites.
• Oversee the execution of land development and utility enablement for future data center campuses.
• Provide regular executive reporting and risk assessments. 

What We’re Looking For: 

• 5+ years of experience in site selection, real estate development, land acquisition, or large-scale industrial/infrastructure projects.
• Background in data center development or mission-critical infrastructure required.
• Proven success negotiating and closing complex land, lease, or infrastructure agreements.
• Strong collaboration and leadership skills across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% globally to evaluate opportunities, engage stakeholders, and oversee delivery.
• Familiarity with hybrid real estate structures (wholesale, build-to-suit, joint ventures, and retail colocation).
• Understanding of water sourcing, reuse, and sustainability considerations for cooling-intensive AI environments.
• Awareness of permitting, zoning, and environmental impact assessments for large-scale development. 

What We Offer: 

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
• Flexible Time Off (i.e. unlimited paid vacation days)
• Company paid Holidays (11)
• Company paid sick leave
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
• 3% 401(k) company contribution
• Generous paid Parental Leave
• Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace  
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
• Employee Resource Groups 

Apply now and join us on our mission to engineer a new economic paradigm.

Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact careers@galaxy.com.