Senior Director, Network Platform Engineering
Core
Define and evolve Equinix's global network platform architecture, enabling secure, resilient, and intelligent connectivity for applications and AI agents.
Role type
Senior Director, Network Platform Engineering (Strategy & Architecture)
Builds
Global interconnection platform (Fabric, Metro Connect, Internet Exchange) supporting distributed AI and data sovereignty
Domain
Digital Infrastructure / Network Engineering / Optical Transport
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Large-scale global network design, Optical networking (DWDM, OTN, coherent systems), IP/MPLS/BGP at scale, Software-defined networking, Network orchestration, AI-native operations, Hyperscale carrier experience, Executive leadership
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Optical transport, Metro Connect, Equinix Fabric, Fabric Cloud Router, DWDM, OTN, IP/MPLS, BGP, SD-WAN, Network silicon
Responsibilities
Define end-to-end architecture for the Equinix interconnection portfolio; Set technology strategy for optical transport, routing, and automation; Lead evaluation of network silicon and open technology ecosystems; Shape technical foundation for AI-native network operations; Design network architecture for distributed AI workloads and data sovereignty; Build and lead a world-class global architecture organization
Seniority
Senior Director, Strategy & Mentorship