Data center staffing agency.
As a data center staffing agency, we’ll help you hire engineers, technicians, and project contractors with experience supporting hyperscale builds and colocation sites across the US. Whether you're expanding capacity, supporting AI workloads, or launching a new facility, we’ll connect you with site-ready professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments.
OVERVIEW
AI growth is accelerating demand for data center contractors.
The US data center market is expanding at record speed. With the rise of AI, cloud computing, and machine learning, demand for hyperscale facilities and colocation sites continues to climb. The market is projected to reach $81.2 billion by 2030, driven by the need for more compute power, edge connectivity, and 24/7 reliability.
As demand grows, hiring skilled professionals is becoming more difficult. The best data center engineers and technicians are already committed to major builds or working within critical facilities.
That’s where we come in.
As a data center staffing agency, we’ll help you hire contractors who are certified, site-ready, and available when you need them. Whether you’re scaling a hyperscale build, supporting AI infrastructure, or maintaining operations at a colocation site, we’ll help you find talent who can deliver without delay.
THE SOLUTION
How our data center staffing solutions work for you.
Scale fast with certified data center contractors.
The growth of AI and cloud computing has created urgent demand for skilled infrastructure. Hyperscale data centers and colocation facilities require experienced engineers and technicians who can deliver under pressure. We’ll help you hire certified data center contractors who are qualified, site-ready, and available for short-term, contract-to-hire, or direct hire roles.
Stay on schedule with qualified talent.
Project delays often come down to skill gaps or staffing shortfalls. By partnering with us, we'll place data center technicians and engineers with verified experience in live data center environments. From OSHA compliance and site safety to vendor-specific training, we’ll ensure that every single contractor meets your technical and regulatory requirements.
Hire professionals with real-world experience.
We work with data center contractors who have supported complex builds, AI infrastructure upgrades, and hyperscale expansions across the US. Whether you need help with rack and stack, structured cabling, or power and cooling systems, we’ll help you assemble a team that’s ready to contribute to your ongoing projects from day one.
TESTIMONIALS
What our clients say about us.
Digital Waffle has truly been a game-changer for our organisation. Over the past two years, they've successfully placed numerous candidates across various functions, and their commitment to excellence shines through in every interaction. We look forward to continuing this valuable partnership!
Harry GriffithsSophie’s expertise was invaluable in helping us secure three exceptional account managers. Her dedication, keen understanding of our requirements & tireless efforts showcased her commitment to finding the perfect candidates for us.
Sophie ShakeshaftMatt was fantastic to deal with. He made the recruitment process so easy and really went the extra mile to find us the right candidate. His helpful approach and commitment to getting the right person made a big difference. Definitely would use Matt and Digital Waffle again for any future hires.
Matt TroughtRecruitment can be painful when the recruiters don’t understand your needs and the technical differences between roles. Luckily Digital Waffle are experts in their field and provide a speedy and accurate service. Great candidates and no waffle. Zak Jones especially is extremely talented and helpful. He goes the extra mile in building long-term relationships, and not just for the quick win.
Zak JonesLuke is a very professional recruitment consultant who always delivers excellent results. He understands what the needs are and he is always very quick to react. I recommend Luke as he is truly passionate about recruitment and I'm confident that a partnership with him would greatly benefit any client.
Luke RoseFinding the perfect fit for our expanding marketing team felt like quite a challenge until we teamed up with Maddie at Digital Waffle. Her expertise, unwavering support, and sharp insights have been a game-changer in our search. Thanks to Maddie, we've landed an excellent Social Media Manager who has really amped up our marketing game.
Maddie RichardsonMia approached me about a year ago and asked if they could help find applicants. I immediately liked her no-nonsense approach. Instead of making a sales pitch, she tried to understand our needs and got us great candidates. Communication is quick and all stakeholders have the information they need at any given point. I recommend working with Mia & the team. Thank you!
Mia PartridgeStuart’s professionalism and attention to detail were evident throughout the recruitment process, resulting in a successful and efficient hiring experience. We will definitely be contacting Stuart and Digital Waffle for any future hires. Can’t recommend him enough!
Stuart ManserI’ve worked with Louis for 12+ years and hope to continue for many more. He has supplied labour and also aided a much-needed career change. I would recommend Louis to anyone who is seeking an out-of-the-box thinker and someone who will dedicate themselves to solving your resourcing requirements.
Louis TaylorWe couldn't be more delighted with Digital Waffle's exceptional expertise in sourcing the ideal candidates. They adeptly filled a large number of roles, displaying precision and a deep understanding of our unique requirements. I recommend their services to any businesses who are seeking top-notch recruitment support.
Harry GriffithsMaddie’s expertise as a recruitment consultant was absolutely invaluable in helping us secure three exceptional account managers. Her dedication, keen understanding of our requirements, and tireless efforts showcased her commitment to finding the perfect candidates for us.
Maddie RichardsonI highly recommend Luke for any recruitment needs. I had the pleasure of working with Luke, and I was really impressed with his professionalism and expertise. If you are looking for a recruiter with vast experience in the engineering space, I’d highly recommend Luke.
Luke RoseHad such a good experience with Digital Waffle. It’s so hard to find recruiters as nice and trusting as them - highly recommend!
Harry GriffithsBENEFITS
Key benefits of working with our staffing team.
Data center staffing specialists
Our dedicated team focuses exclusively on staffing for data centers, including technicians, engineers, and project contractors. We understand the environments, certifications, and timelines involved.
A dedicated account manager
You’ll work with a named point of contact who manages your hiring needs and keeps everything on track from first briefing through to onboarding.
Fast, flexible hiring options
We support contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire models. Whether you need someone next week or next quarter, we’ll help you scale at the speed your projects demand.
Expert hiring strategy support
We’ll assess your current recruitment approach and offer insights to improve timelines, cost efficiency, and candidate quality.
Pre-qualified contractor pipeline
We maintain an active network of pre-screened data center professionals, available for short-notice or scheduled deployments.
Partner access to niche agencies
Need help filling a specialized role? We work with trusted partners across critical facilities, fiber, electrical, and networking to help source hard-to-find skill sets.
Full tech stack access
We use tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, SourceBreaker, HubSpot, Apollo, Workable, and Lusha to actively source and engage top candidates across the US.
Built-in recruitment marketing
Our marketing team will help promote your roles and brand across relevant channels, including targeted campaigns for data center professionals.
Broad candidate reach across multiple platforms
We promote your roles across the platforms that matter most to data center professionals. Our sourcing strategy ensures your openings reach qualified candidates wherever they’re searching.
TYPES OF ROLES
Common roles we staff for data center projects.
➞ Data Center Technician
➞ Data Center Engineer
➞ Data Center Project Manager
➞ Commissioning Engineer
➞ Rack and Stack Technician
➞ Structured Cabling Technician (Data Center)
➞ Electrical Technician – Data Center Power Systems
➞ Network Engineer – Data Center Infrastructure
➞ Critical Facilities Operator
➞ Security and Access Control Installer (Data Center)
➞ Fiber Technician – Hyperscale Environments
OUR DISCIPLINES
Our staffing disciplines.
In addition to our focus on data center staffing, we recruit across core areas of IT and digital infrastructure. From structured cabling and technical support to networking and cyber security, we help you hire skilled professionals to support every phase of your project. Whether you're building, scaling, or maintaining infrastructure, we’ll make sure you have the right people in place.
FAQS
Data center FAQs.
Data center staffing involves sourcing qualified technicians, engineers, and contractors to support data center construction, maintenance, and expansion. This covers everything from hyperscale builds to colocation facilities. As a data center staffing agency, we help businesses find certified, on-site professionals with the experience and availability to meet project demands quickly and reliably.
Working with a data center staffing agency gives you access to prescreened talent who are already cleared, certified, and experienced in mission-critical environments. We handle the recruitment process so you can stay focused on project timelines. Whether you're hiring for hyperscale, colocation, or edge deployments, we’ll connect you with contractors who are ready to contribute on day one.
We place skilled contractors across a wide range of data center roles, including technicians, engineers, project managers, commissioning engineers, and rack and stack specialists. These professionals are experienced in hyperscale facilities, smart cooling systems, structured cabling, and high-availability environments. We tailor every search to your specific project requirements.
Yes — we support both hyperscale and colocation data center builds throughout the US. Our talent pool includes technicians and engineers with direct experience in structured cabling, critical systems integration, and AI-ready environments. Whether you're launching a new build or maintaining uptime at scale, we’ll help you staff fast and with confidence.
Most of our clients receive qualified candidate profiles within 24 to 72 hours. Because we maintain an active network of prescreened data center professionals, we can respond quickly to urgent project needs. From rack and stack support to commissioning engineers, we’ll help you staff the right people without delay.
That depends on your project. Common requirements include OSHA 10/30, low-voltage licenses, safety credentials, and vendor-specific certifications. We verify all certifications and only submit contractors who meet your compliance and technical standards. If you’re unsure what’s required for your site, we can advise you during the briefing process.
Absolutely. We provide contractors who understand the physical demands of AI-driven workloads and high-density cloud environments. This includes experience with smart cooling systems, power distribution, rack-level automation, and high-compute deployments across hyperscale data centers.