Aligned Data Centers Earns Great Place To Work Certification™ for Second Consecutive Year
90% of Employees Say Aligned is a Great Place to Work, Exceeding U.S. Benchmarks by 33 Points
DALLAS – June 9, 2026 – Aligned Data Centers (“Aligned”), a leading developer and operator of ultra-efficient data centers for hyperscale, cloud, and AI workloads, today announced it has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work® in the United States, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, and Mexico for the second consecutive year. Based on employee participation and their anonymous, sincere feedback, the recognition reinforces Aligned’s commitment to a workplace where people feel welcomed and supported. It reflects a culture rooted in innovation, community, strong ethics, exceptional customer service, and a deep sense of pride in the work the team accomplishes.
“Earning Great Place To Work certification for the second year in a row is a tremendous honor and a direct reflection of the strength and consistency of our culture,” says Andrew Schaap, CEO of Aligned. “This recognition is incredibly meaningful because it comes directly from our employees, reflecting their experiences and belief in the work we do together. There is a profound sense of pride in our mission to build the critical digital infrastructure the world increasingly depends upon. The investment in our culture translates to exceptional outcomes for our customers and communities, as well as lasting value across the organization.”
To attract, retain, and upskill the next generation of data center professionals, Aligned continuously invests in workforce development programs. These initiatives are designed to foster personal and professional growth, elevate the overall employee experience, and educate communities on the expansive career opportunities the digital infrastructure industry provides. Examples include Aligned Women, which promotes the advancement of female professionals, and Mission Connect, an initiative dedicated to recruiting and supporting military veterans. Aligned also invests heavily in its emerging leaders, offering comprehensive management training – such as the Management Essentials – Leading4Success program – available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
“This recognition speaks to how we can combine a great work environment with world-class infrastructure that delivers meaningful local impact,” comments Ricardo Alário, CEO of ODATA, Aligned’s Latin American subsidiary. “We are working with community partners, industry groups, and educators to create a sustainable pipeline of talent that supports long-term economic development. Being a good neighbor means ensuring our growth leaves communities stronger, more skilled, and more connected to the opportunities of the digital economy.”
Aligned’s Great Place To Work survey revealed overwhelmingly positive feedback across the organization, with 94% of employees stating they are proud to tell others they work at Aligned, and 91% feeling a deep sense of pride in the team’s overall accomplishments. This pride extends directly to the Company’s performance, as 95% believe customers would rate Aligned’s services as excellent.
“Great Place To Work Certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience,” says Sarah Lewis-Kulin, the Vice President of Global Recognition at Great Place To Work. “By successfully earning this recognition, it is evident that Aligned stands out as one of the top companies to work for, providing a great workplace environment for its employees.”
Interested in a career where your work has purpose, your voice has weight, and your growth has a runway? Visit Aligned Data Centers’ careers page at aligneddc.com/company/careers.
