Director, Product & Software Engineering - Design & Construction

Equinix

The Role

Overview

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

Key Responsibilities

  • bim integration
  • api development
  • full-stack development
  • ci/cd pipelines
  • digital twins
  • vendor management

Tasks

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

Requirements

  • computer science
  • 15+ yrs
  • java
  • microservices
  • cloud
  • agile

What You Bring

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

The Company

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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