Sr. Director, Architecture for Digital Global Operations

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Job Summary

Sr Director, Domain Chief Architect to define and lead the North Star architecture for the Global Operations domain, spanning the end-to-end data center lifecycle across Design to Capacity, Order to Fulfillment, and Operate to Optimize.

This leader will bridge physical infrastructure, business processes, data, and digital platforms to create an integrated operating model across custom and SaaS solutions. The role is responsible for defining target-state architecture, business capability models, system-of-record strategy, canonical data architecture, integration patterns, and platform roadmaps that enable scale, speed, reliability, and operational excellence.

Equinix is seeking a visionary Senior Director, Domain Chief Architect Global Operations.

Responsibilities

Architecture Strategy & Governance

Define and maintain the North Star architecture across Design to Capacity, Order to Fulfillment, and Operate to Optimize

Establish business capability models, architecture principles, technology standards, and multi-year platform roadmaps

Define system-of-record strategies, canonical data models, integration architecture, and target-state application landscapes

Lead architecture governance, solution reviews, technology evaluations, and build-versus-buy decisions

Partner with Enterprise Architecture to ensure alignment with enterprise standards and strategic technology direction

Enable AI-driven decision intelligence through scalable data, integration, and platform architectures

Drive data quality, governance, and trusted operational data as foundational capabilities across the Global Operations domain

Domain & Platform Architecture

Architect capabilities supporting the end-to-end data center lifecycle, including:

Capacity planning and management

Data center design and engineering

Supply chain, procurement, and construction delivery

Capacity reservation, allocation, and fulfillment

Asset lifecycle management

Service assurance and operations management

Observability, analytics, and operational optimization

Digital Twin, Data & Integration

Lead the architecture strategy for an enterprise Digital Twin platform representing facilities, capacity, assets, power, cooling, network, and operational readiness

Define scalable integration patterns across SaaS, commercial, and custom-built platforms

Drive simplification of fragmented systems and reduce integration complexity

Partner with Data & AI teams to establish trusted operational data models, governance standards, and real-time visibility

Enable advanced analytics, forecasting, automation, and AI-driven operational insights

Leadership & Collaboration

Serve as the principal architecture authority for the Global Operations domain

Influence technology strategy across operations, supply chain, construction, capacity management, fulfillment, and service delivery organizations

Build strong partnerships across Enterprise Architecture, Product Management, Engineering, Security, and Business leadership teams

Mentor architects and engineering leaders while promoting architecture best practices across the organization

Success Measures

Establish and socialize the North Star Architecture for Global Operations

Deliver a multi-year architecture modernization roadmap

Improve integration, data quality, visibility, and operational scalability

Advance the Digital Twin strategy as a foundational business capability

Reduce technology complexity and operational inefficiencies across the Global Operations ecosystem

Enable scalable growth across Design to Capacity, Order to Fulfillment, and Operate to Optimize

Qualifications

Required Experience

Bachelors' degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred

15+ years of experience in Enterprise Architecture, Domain Architecture, Solution Architecture, Platform Architecture, or Digital Transformation leadership

7+ years supporting data centers, cloud infrastructure, AI infrastructure, critical facilities, or large-scale operational environments

Proven experience defining and executing North Star architecture across complex business and technology ecosystems

Demonstrated success leading enterprise-scale modernization and platform transformation initiatives

Technical Expertise

Enterprise and domain architecture frameworks

Integration architecture, APIs, and event-driven systems

SaaS and custom application ecosystems

Digital Twin and operational technology platforms

ERP, procurement, supply chain, and planning systems

Data architecture, governance, and master data management

Observability, telemetry, and operational intelligence platforms

Cloud-native and distributed architectures

Leadership Competencies

Strategic thinking with strong execution focus

Systems-thinking and business capability modeling

Executive communication and stakeholder management

Ability to influence across organizational boundaries

Proven success leading through complex transformation and change

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 224,000 - 336,000 USD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program : An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.


US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.


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