Sr. Director, Architecture for Digital Global Operations

Equinix; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 224,000 - 336,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life, disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Equinix seeks a Senior Director, Domain Chief Architect Global Operations, to define the North Star architecture for the end-to-end data center lifecycle and to bridge physical infrastructure with digital platforms. You will shape target-state architecture, data models, and integration patterns while guiding platform roadmaps for scale, reliability, and operational excellence.

The role requires 15+ years in enterprise/domain architecture, strong governance, and leadership across cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic thinking

Systems thinking

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Architecture frameworks

APIs & events

SaaS ecosystems

Digital Twin platforms

ERP & SCM systems

Data governance

Observability platforms

Cloud-native architectures

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 tech thinkers and future builders turn bold ideas into breakthrough experiences, we welcome your unique perspective. Help us challenge assumptions, uncover bias, and remove barriers—because progress starts with fresh ideas. 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

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

• 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 roadmapImprove 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

Pay

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.

• 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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