Project and Program Manager

Project and Program ManagerEquinix 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 continuous 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.Job SummaryJoin our network modernization program office and help shape the future of Equinix. If you are passionate about growth and driving change, this is an exciting opportunity to help manage and execute high profile transformation initiatives related to Equinix network strategy.You will partner across Network & Infrastructure Engineering and with key senior leaders in all areas of the business while driving changes to how we build & operate the global infrastructure. As project and scrum leader, you will serve as a coach, leader/motivator, and educator for multiple scrum teams. You will be responsible for ensuring employees and stakeholders understand, adopt, and implement agile scrum practices. You will play a key role in shaping the planning and direction of scrum implementations and work with other scrum masters to increase the effectiveness of the organization. As a scrum master, you will remove project impediments that stand in the way of team productivity and performance, help the NetDevOps teams deliver high-value products, and facilitate scrum events and ceremonies. You will lead complex cross-functional teams and participate in business-wide best practice forums to drive agile practice excellence across the business.We believe perspective is essential and embrace diversity in thought and contribution. In this role, you will utilize your expertise to drive and execute agile projects, problem solve, recommend improvements, coach, and lead transformation of the global network.ResponsibilitiesEstablishing good practices for managing the sprint backlog based on priority of work to be deliveredEnsuring sprint objectives and goals are documented and understood by every member in the scrum teamHelping the team understand the need for clear & concise decomposed backlogRemoving project impediments that stand in the way of team productivity and performanceFacilitating scrum events and coaches team members to be able to facilitate scrum ceremonies as they become more matureCoaching teams in the organization as they start to adopt Agile way of workingLeading teams through healthy conflict and debate on ideasEmpowering individuals on the teams to do the work how they see it and create a self-organized and self-managed teams that improve continuouslyActing as a change agent that increases the transparency & productivity of the teamsDriving consistency and alignment across different functional teamsUnderstanding stakeholder needs and building effective relationshipsQualifications 10 years+ experience executing Agile project/program managementSCRUM practitioner certification or equivalentAbility to identify, analyze, and solve ambiguous problemsStrong interpersonal skills with a focus on humility, empathy, psychological safety, and trustListening and communication skillsEquinix 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.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.The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:• Dallas, TX: $94,000 to $156,000Our 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 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.As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:USA Benefits eBookEquinix 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.