Assistant Project and Program Manager
Job Summary
Who are we
Equinix is the worlds 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.
Job Summary
The DIGIN Network Engineering & Operations (NE&O) Infrastructure Program Manager is responsible for leading the delivery of network infrastructure and interconnection platform initiatives that support Equinixs global digital ecosystem. This role combines program management automation data analytics and AI-driven project execution to transform how infrastructure projects are planned executed and managed.
As a strategic leader you will drive the evolution from traditional project management methodologies toward intelligent data-driven and self-service delivery models. You will champion the use of AI automation predictive analytics and digital platforms to improve deployment velocity enhance stakeholder visibility reduce operational overhead and enable engineering teams to become increasingly self-sufficient in managing project execution.
Responsibilities
Project & Program Management
Develop and maintain project plans schedules milestones risk registers and status reports
Coordinate global stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are achieved within agreed timelines
Track project budgets resource utilization dependencies and implementation readiness
Champion the adoption of AI-powered project management practices across Infrastructure Engineering and Operations
Implement predictive analytics for project forecasting risk identification schedule optimization and resource planning
Develop AI-driven project insights automated status reporting executive dashboards and delivery health monitoring
Utilize Generative AI technologies to automate project documentation meeting summaries action tracking risk assessments and stakeholder communications
Leverage digital copilots to improve team productivity and project transparency
Drive a culture of accountability innovation and operational excellence
Translate business objectives into measurable execution roadmaps
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Engineering Supply Chain Product Operations Site Planning and Data Center teams to coordinate project execution
Manage complex cross-functional dependencies across global initiatives
Influence stakeholders at all organizational levels through data-driven communication and visualization
Drive alignment between business priorities and technical execution
Identify cross functional dependencies and work with relevant department stakeholders to co-ordinate and prioritize activities
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Design and implement self-service delivery frameworks that enable engineers and stakeholders to independently manage project activities
Reduce manual project management activities through automation-first principles
Identify opportunities to simplify standardize and automate project delivery processes
Lead Digital Transformation initiatives within Network Engineering and Operations
Establish best practices for AI adoption and automation across the project lifecycle
Evaluate emerging technologies that improve delivery efficiency and project visibility
Foster a culture of experimentation innovation and continuous learning
Capture lessons learned and implemented best practices across future deployments
Reporting & Communication
Define project KPIs and operational metrics that provide real-time visibility into delivery performance
Develop centralized dashboards and reporting platforms using modern analytics tools
Utilize data insights to identify bottlenecks deployment risks and improvement opportunities
Establish program governance through measurable business outcomes rather than administrative tracking
Qualifications
3 to 5 Years of experience in project coordination or Project Management
Agile practitioner Skill with good hands-on JIRA
Experience in Network Infrastructure Telecommunications Data Center Cloud or Technology environments
Proven experience leading large-scale infrastructure deployment projects
Experience driving automation process improvement or digital transformation initiatives
Demonstrated success working in global cross-functional environments
Experience using AI tools automation platforms or analytics solutions to improve project delivery
Understanding of data-driven project governance and predictive analytics
Good to have Skills
Strong understanding of network infrastructure technologies including:
Data Center Infrastructure
Network Infrastructure
Internet & Peering Platforms
Cloud Connectivity
Infrastructure Lifecycle Management
Familiarity with Change Management and Service Delivery processes
Future Success Profile
The successful candidate will:
Act as a strategic program leader rather than a traditional project coordinator
Leverage AI and automation to eliminate manual project work
Enable engineering teams to become self-managing and data driven
Build scalable delivery frameworks that support global infrastructure growth
Drive digital transformation across Network Engineering & Operations
Use predictive insights rather than reactive reporting to improve delivery outcomes
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About Company
Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX) connects businesses with partners and customers around the world through a global platform of high performance data centers, containing dynamic ecosystems and the broadest choice of networks. Platform Equinix connects more than 4,000 enterprises, cloud, d ... View more