Today we interview Jorge Silva, CEO of Data Evolution.
Data Evolution is a company specialized in engineering, design, and technology applied to next-generation data centers. We combine AI, digital twins, smart sensors, CFD, automation, and advanced monitoring to create more efficient, sustainable infrastructures that are ready for high-density workloads —especially AI and HPC.
We operate under a clear vision: to become the number-one integrator of AI-powered digital infrastructure in Latin America and Spain, ensuring operational precision, energy efficiency, and a fully “intelligent data center” experience for our clients.
1.- In what year did you arrive in Spain, and how have you positioned yourselves in the Madrid Region?
We arrived in Spain in 2026, starting with consulting projects and the design of advanced solutions for data centers.
Madrid will quickly become our natural hub: this is where we consolidate partnerships, develop pilot projects, and begin integrating our AI ecosystem with local clients and global partners.
Today, we aim to position ourselves as the company that connects LATAM and Europe through intelligent digital infrastructure solutions, especially for organizations that want to operate with next-generation standards.
2.- Why did you choose the Madrid Region as one of your key locations?
Because Madrid is currently one of the most important growth hubs in Europe for digital infrastructure.
Here we find:
- Major investments in data centers
- A rapidly expanding tech ecosystem
- Access to specialized talent
- Strategic connectivity between Europe, Africa, and Latin America
For Data Evolution, Madrid represents a critical point to scale our global vision of AI + sustainability + infrastructure.
3.- What would you recommend to other foreign investors considering opening their business in the Madrid Region?
Come with enthusiasm —but with a strategy. Madrid offers stability, talent, opportunities, and a surprising speed of technological adoption.
My recommendation:
- Integrate quickly into the ecosystem: universities, business chambers, tech hubs.
- Bet on innovation: what’s new, disruptive, and scalable is highly valued here.
- Build local alliances: the Madrid market is open, but it values trust and consistent presence.
4.- Do you know Invest in Madrid? Have you collaborated with them?
Yes, we know Invest in Madrid and have had informational interactions with them. They have been a key point of contact for understanding the regulatory framework and opportunities available for tech companies looking to establish operations in the region. Their work greatly facilitates the entry of international companies like ours.
5.- How many jobs do you expect to generate in the Madrid Region in the short and medium term, and what types of profiles do you need?
In the short term, we plan to create between 8 and 12 positions mainly focused on:
- Data center engineering
- AI & Machine Learning
- Integration with platforms such as Vertex AI, AgentSpace, and N8N
- Solutions architecture and digital twins
- Project management specialized in critical infrastructure
- Digital marketing focused on technology and European expansion
In the medium term, we aim to scale to 20–25 positions, strengthening our center of excellence in AI applied to infrastructure and our European engineering hub.