HRBP Director, Tech & Product

Equinix, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 177,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive US benefits package

Job summary

Equinix, Inc. seeks an exceptional HR leader to partner with senior Technology and Product executives as they build, scale, and transform a global software and technology organization.

This role sits at the intersection of business strategy, technology innovation, and talent transformation to shape strategy, accelerate leadership effectiveness, and design high-performing teams. You will advise on organizational design, workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, succession planning, and talent

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive HR experience, including executive support.
• Experience partnering with global Technology, Product, Engineering, AI or R&D orgs.
• Proven track record partnering with VP/SVP/C-level technology leaders.
• Experience leading organisational design, workforce transformation and change at scale.
• Ability to influence decisions through data, insights and business acumen.
• Experience in a highly matrixed, global environment.
• Executive presence, strong communication, and leadership coaching ability.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior Technology and Product leaders to shape people strategies.
• Advise on organisational design, workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, and talent strategy.
• Lead complex transformations associated with growth, restructuring, and new operating models.
• Use data and market context to identify risks and opportunities and influence executives.
• Drive leadership capability, team effectiveness, engagement, and culture.
• Collaborate across Talent Solutions, Total Rewards, Workforce Insights, People Experience.
• Coach executives and leadership teams through change and growth.
• Anticipate future talent needs in a rapidly evolving tech landscape, including AI-enabled work.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact.You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

We are looking for an exceptional HR leader to partner with senior Technology and Product executives as they build, scale, and transform a global software and technology organization. This is not a traditional HR role.

You will serve as a trusted advisor to technology leaders responsible for building world‑class software products and platforms used around the globe. You will help shape organization strategy, accelerate leadership effectiveness, design high‑performing teams, and ensure the talent needed to deliver ambitious business outcomes.

Success in this role requires the ability to operate at the intersection of business strategy, technology innovation, and talent transformation. You are equally comfortable discussing organisational design with a senior leader, workforce planning with a finance partner, and leadership effectiveness with an executive team.

If you thrive in complex global environments, enjoy challenging conventional thinking, and want a seat at the table where strategic business decisions are made, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Partner directly with senior Technology and Product leaders to shape and execute people strategies that accelerate business performance
• Serve as a trusted advisor on organisational design, workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, succession planning, and talent strategy
• Lead complex organisational transformations associated with growth, restructuring, and new operating models
• Use data, market insights, and business context to identify workforce risks and opportunities and influence executive decision making
• Drive strategies that strengthen leadership capability, team effectiveness, employee engagement, and culture
• Partner across Integrated Talent Solutions, Total Rewards, Workforce Insights, People Experience to deliver on the talent strategy
• Coach executives and leadership teams through change, ambiguity, and organisational growth
• Anticipate future talent and capability needs in a rapidly evolving technology landscape, including AI‑enabled ways of working
• Influence outcomes through credibility, business acumen, and strong relationships rather than formal authority

What Makes You Successful

• You think like a business leader first and an HR leader second
• You quickly build credibility with senior executives and are viewed as a trusted advisor
• You can translate business strategy into practical talent actions
• You bring a systems‑thinking mindset and understand how talent, organisation design, leadership, culture, and business performance connect
• You are comfortable working through ambiguity and helping others do the same
• You challenge leaders when needed while maintaining strong partnerships
• You have a bias for action and focus on outcomes over process.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience as an HR Business Partner supporting executive leaders
• Experience supporting global Technology, Product, Engineering, Software Development, Platform, Infrastructure, AI, or R&D organizations
• Demonstrated success partnering with VP, SVP, and C-level technology leaders
• Strong experience leading organisational design, workforce transformation, and change management initiatives at scale
• Proven ability to influence complex decisions through data, insights, and business acumen
• Experience operating in a highly matrixed, global environment
• Strong executive presence, communication skills, and leadership coaching capability
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred

Preferred Background

• Enterprise software
• SaaS
• Cloud computing
• AI/ML organizations
• Developer platforms
• Infrastructure software
• Cybersecurity
• Data and analytics

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

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 177,000 - 265,000 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.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

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