Director, Data Center Ecosystem & Community Partnerships

Google Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 256,000 - 356,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Director, Data Center Ecosystem to drive commercial growth for its data center portfolio. You will lead in-market engagements, partner with chambers and mayors’ councils, and align internal stakeholders to deliver sustainable growth while minimizing community disruption.

The role emphasizes policy, coalition-building, and economic development expertise to advocate for development across multiple counties and regions where Google operates.

Qualifications

• 15 years of economic development experience within a corporate organization or similar.
• 10 years of experience in contract negotiations.
• 10 years of experience developing business-to-business partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Advise communities and stakeholders on growth plans for data center locations and infrastructure.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to create commercial frameworks that minimize negative economic impact on local facilities and services.
• Develop a playbook for each community focusing on external affairs and cross-county collaboration.

Skills

Market knowledge

Strategic leadership

Negotiation

Partnership development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Google is seeking a Director, Data Center Ecosystem to drive commercial growth for its data center portfolio. You will lead in-market engagements, partner with chambers and mayors’ councils, and align internal stakeholders to deliver sustainable growth while minimizing community disruption.

The role emphasizes policy, coalition-building, and economic development expertise to advocate for development across multiple counties and regions where Google operates.