Senior Manager, Solutions Architects

Senior Manager, Solutions ArchitectsEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.We are a fast-growing global company with 20 years of consecutive quarterly growth*. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,100 networks and 3,000+ cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents.  A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment. that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. *As of Quarter 4 2022Job SummaryThe Senior Manager, Solutions Architect executes the strategy of the Global Solutions Architects team with oversight over a certain countryResponsibilitiesCapability StrategyAssists in developing the Global Solution Architect Brand in a local market or sub-segment by supporting the measurement the Global Solution Architect Engagement Strategy and the execution of the local GSA strategyPlays an executive role in key sales initiativesStakeholder ManagementMaintains alignment with key internal stakeholders of the GSA team through local engagementMaintains Peer Customer RelationshipsEmployee Management & Team HealthBuilds a high performance teamMentors team membersProvides constructive feedback through Quarterly ConversationsUtilizes tools that improve performancePromotes individuals based on developmentCreates and delegates thoughtful employee assignments and developmental opportunitiesApplies discipline and standards of behavior in line with the Magic of EquinixReportingExecutes the strategy to build and maintain a consistent and insightful informational dashboard to gauge decision making through the use of Tracking Models, Reporting Repositories / Tools, and Key Performance Metric identificationTarget / Goal SettingTracks annual target attainmentTracks engagements for Requests on ResourceTeam RecruitmentCarries out Team hiring, selection and onboardingFinancial Budget managementTracks budget allocation and spendSupport of Key Company InitiativesSupports new product introduction support models in sub segmentSupports new market introduction support models in sub segmentSupports new partner support models in sub segmentSupports new service introduction support models in sub segmentQualifications10+ Years in the functional domains of Network, Datacentre, Enterprise IT Systems, including Enterprise Architecture and large scale / high complexity Technical Architecture implementation preferred5+ Years of Solutions Selling in a commercial pre-sales position preferred1+ Years of Management preferredBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related engineering discipline preferredAdvanced industry certifications (i.e. Cisco, VMware, MS, AWS), TOGAF (v9 Part 1 and Part 2), ITIL 3.0, or CCIE-Written certification preferredThe targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state:  $233,000 to $349,000Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.The targeted pay range displayed reflects On-Target Earnings or OTE, which is base pay plus commissions, and does not include equity or benefits. Equity may be offered depending on the position.More details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:https://equinixbenefits.us.newsweaver.com/icfiles/201/1002910/1057118/1171391/921bc962bf0e0352cb2d6c93/equinix%202023%20oe%20ebook_rev122022%20-%20final.pdfEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you need assistance in applying for an open position, you may send an email to Staffing@equinix.com. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.