Director, Product & Software Engineering - Design & Construction

Overview

Lead product & software engineering for data center design and construction platforms

Key Responsibilities

• api development
• platform architecture
• full-stack
• ci/cd
• tool integration
• digital twins

Tasks

-Build and lead a high-performing team of Java full-stack engineers, architects, and product managers -Foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning -Build APIs and data connectors to unify project data across systems, enabling real-time insights into cost, schedule, and risk -Partner with Finance and Procurement teams to forecast spend, manage capital and operational expenses, and track ROI -Provide mentorship and career development opportunities to grow engineering and product talent -Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance platforms that support data center design, construction, and operations -Develop and manage multi-million dollar budgets for software development and infrastructure technology initiatives -Define and track KPIs to measure product success, user adoption, and business impact -Ensure all software solutions meet enterprise standards for security, privacy, scalability, and regulatory compliance -Monitor financial performance, ensuring cost-effective delivery and alignment with strategic goals -Identify, evaluate, and manage external vendors and technology partners, ensuring alignment with business and technical requirements -Integrate with industry-standard construction tools and platforms such as BIM, CAD, Procore, Autodesk, and Primavera -Translate complex business requirements into actionable product features and technical specifications -Define and own the product roadmap for digital solutions that enhance construction planning, execution, and lifecycle management -Lead contract negotiations, define SLAs, and oversee vendor performance and compliance -Lead the design and development of full-stack applications using Java (Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices), front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular), and cloud-native technologies -Drive technical innovation and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and security standards -Drive strategic partnerships to accelerate innovation and delivery -Establish engineering best practices including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, code reviews, and DevOps integration -Explore and implement emerging technologies like digital twins, IoT, and AI/ML to optimize construction workflows -Define, monitor, and continuously improve engineering KPIs such as code quality, velocity, system reliability, performance, and team productivity -Collaborate with stakeholders across Engineering, Construction, Real Estate, Finance, and Operations to ensure alignment and adoption

Requirements

• cloud platforms
• microservices
• java full-stack
• data center
• agile
• 15+ years

What You Bring

-Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices architecture, and API development -Exposure to digital twin, IoT, or AI/ML technologies in infrastructure or construction contexts -Familiarity with construction technologies and data center infrastructure is highly desirable -Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Construction Management, or related field -Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and DevOps methodologies -15+ years of experience in software engineering and product management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role -Demonstrated success in managing budgets and vendor relationships -Proven experience in building and scaling Java-based full-stack applications in enterprise environments -Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills -Experience in large-scale data center or industrial construction environments

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About Equinix

-World’s largest provider of data center and interconnection services. -Offers cutting-edge solutions that enable businesses to scale and adapt to the digital age. -Facilitates high-performance connections for industries like cloud computing, telecommunications, and finance. -Provides services including hybrid cloud solutions, network and application performance optimization, and interconnection for business ecosystems. -At the forefront of advancing global digital transformation through strategic partnerships with leading companies. -Innovative business models drive enterprise infrastructure modernization, ensuring security and compliance.

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