Vice President, Head of Digital

Who are we? Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where tech thinkers and future builders turn bold ideas into breakthrough experiences, we welcome your unique perspective. Help us challenge assumptions, uncover bias, and remove barriers-because progress starts with fresh ideas. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work. Job Summary The VP, Head of Digital - Corporate Functions is a forward-thinking, enterprise-oriented Product Executive responsible for leading the digital transformation of corporate functions, including Finance, People, Legal, and Business Operations. This executive will serve as the strategic partner to function leaders, with full accountability for delivering modern, user-centric digital capabilities that streamline operations, enhance compliance, elevate employee and stakeholder experiences, and enable business agility. This leader will oversee a portfolio of enterprise products and platforms, driving the modernization and integration of core systems while introducing innovative solutions that future-proof the company's corporate foundation. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Partner with Corporate Function leaders to co-create and deliver a unified digital strategy that supports strategic, operational, and regulatory priorities across Finance, People, Legal, and Business Operations as well as End User Support and Digital Workplace in support of the employee experience Shape the long-term vision for enterprise platforms, employee experience, automation, data governance, and risk/compliance enablement. Ensure technology investments align with broader enterprise architecture, data, and innovation strategies. Product Ownership & Execution Own the end-to-end product lifecycle for a portfolio of enterprise applications and digital tools-including ERP, HCM, payroll, legal management systems, procurement, and workflow automation platforms, IT Help Desk and Digital Workplace. Build and lead a high-impact product team responsible for designing, delivering, and optimizing capabilities that improve accuracy, compliance, efficiency, and experience. Prioritize investments based on business value, strategic impact, and stakeholder input, ensuring cross-functional transparency and alignment. Stakeholder Engagement & Value Realization Serve as the digital thought partner and liaison between corporate function leaders and the Digital & Innovation team. Understand user needs across business units, functions, and geographies to ensure digital products drive measurable improvements in service delivery and operational effectiveness. Lead change management and user adoption strategies to ensure successful implementation and business value realization. Innovation / Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities for automation, intelligent workflows, predictive analytics, and self-service capabilities to simplify processes and enhance decision-making. Foster innovation in areas such as workforce planning, financial forecasting, compliance tracking, and operational service delivery. Keep pace with emerging enterprise technologies and regulatory trends to ensure platforms remain compliant, modern, and resilient. People Leadership Build coach and expand the customer enablement teams to support business success. Leadership Characteristics of the role Is a transformational leader who excels at driving bold and meaningful change at scale and across multiple dimensions. Leads with a global mindset, across cultures, in a highly matrixed, relationship and consensus-driven environment. Cultivates Innovation - Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Fosters a climate where innovation can thrive. Encourages innovative risk taking and embraces failure as a part of innovation Qualifications Essential skills, knowledge and experience Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred 15+ years of experience in product management, digital transformation or technology leadership with at least 5 yrs in a senior leadership role Deep understanding of global infrastructure operations, data center environments, and related operational systems and tools Proven experience delivering digital solutions for mission-critical environments with high demands on uptime, security, and compliance Familiarity with infrastructure management platforms, DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management), CMDB, automation tools, and real-time telemetry systems Skills and Attributes Strategic thinker with a customer-centric mindset and a passion for innovation Demonstrated ability to collaborate and partner effectively with executive stakeholders, especially in complex, matrixed organizations Excellent problem-solving ability to understand business stakeholder needs, drive prioritization, and deliver systems Adept at inspiring behavior change through motivating teams, planning initiatives, designating priorities, and being decisive when faced with ambiguity Ability to provide thought leadership, think strategically and effectively communicate vision and influence across the organization Ability to be data driven, decisive, execution-focused and results-oriented to ensure strategy translates to outcomes Leadership characteristics Product / engineering mindset with passion and experience in major transformations at a global scale across cultures, in a matrix driven org. Exceptional leader who excels at driving bold and meaningful change at scale and across multiple dimensions with a heavy outcome focused mindset Cultivates Innovation - Fosters a climate where innovation can thrive and creates new and better ways for the areas to be successful. Encourages innovative risk taking and embraces failure as a part of innovation The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are: United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 260,000 - 390,000 USD / Annual United States - Denver Office DEO : 260,000 - 390,000 USD / Annual United States - Ashburn Lerner Office : 274,000 - 410,000 USD / Annual United States - New York Office NYO : 274,000 - 410,000 USD / Annual Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 247,000 - 371,000 CAD / Annual Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. 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. Equinix Benefits As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work. Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees. US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion. Equinix 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.