Location & work modality: EU #LI Remote

Start: ASAP

Type of Contract: Full Time / Permanent

About Submer

Submer is a leader in advanced data center technologies, specializing in the design and build of high-performance infrastructure powered by liquid cooling. We work with forward-thinking organizations to deliver scalable, efficient, and future-ready solutions that support the ever-growing demands of digital transformation. With a strong foundation in R&D and a rapidly expanding international presence, Submer is at the forefront of reshaping how data centers are built and operated. Our team is driven by innovation, technical excellence, and a commitment to delivering value through strategic execution.

What impact you will have

As Vice President of Strategy, you will play a key leadership role in driving Submer’s strategic vision forward. You’ll lead strategic partnerships, drive market expansion, and identify growth opportunities that position Submer at the forefront of sustainable digital infrastructure. You’ll partner closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to shape and execute high-impact initiatives, especially those related to commercial growth, market entry, and strategic deals. This role requires a combination of strategic acumen, consulting discipline, and practical deal-making experience, ideal for someone who can bring both boardroom thinking and real-world execution to the table. 

What you’ll do

• Strategic Partnerships & Deal Leadership: Identify, structure, and lead high-impact strategic partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures. 
• Corporate Strategy Development: Lead long-term strategic planning, market expansion analysis, and competitive positioning initiatives. 
• Executive Engagement: Advise and support the CEO and leadership team in major business decisions, board preparation, and investor communications. 
• Growth Planning: Assess and prioritize growth opportunities across regions, customer segments, and product lines. 
• Market Intelligence: Monitor emerging trends in the data center, cooling, cleantech, and digital infrastructure spaces to inform Submer’s strategic positioning. 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Align with Sales, Product, Engineering, and Marketing teams to ensure strategic initiatives are market-ready and commercially viable.

What you’ll need

• 8+ years at a top-tier management consulting firm (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Strategy or similar). Additional strategic leadership experience in the technology, digital infrastructure, or clean energy sectors. 
• Proven ability to craft and execute high-impact strategies in fast-paced, growth-stage environments. 
• Demonstrated experience leading complex commercial partnerships or strategic transactions.
• Strong communication and influence skills with the ability to engage and align stakeholders at all levels. 
• Data-driven, with expertise in business case development, market analysis, and financial modeling. 
• Comfortable operating in international markets and diverse cultural contexts. 
• Preferred Qualifications Experience in data center, cleantech, energy-efficient technologies, or enterprise IT infrastructure.
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree experience with M&A, investment partnerships, or corporate development.

What we offer

• Attractive compensation package reflecting your expertise and experience.
• Languages classes (English/Spanish).
• A great work environment characterised by friendliness, international diversity, flexibility, and a hybrid-friendly approach.
• You'll be part of a fast-growing scale-up with a mission to make a positive impact, offering an exciting career evolution.

Our Inclusive Responsibility

Submer is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.