Head of Data Strategy & Innovation

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 career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. Reporting to the Senior Director, GMPO Data Products & Business Operations within the Enterprise Data & Analytics team (EDNA), the Manager Strategy & Initiative will play a critical role in shaping and driving Equinix’s enterprise data and AI strategy, design and manage a portfolio of initiatives that maximize business value and reduce technical debt

This role will work with a team of strategic thinkers and operators, collaborating cross-functionally to identify, prioritize, and sequence initiatives that drive measurable business value and enable Equinix’s digital future

Ideal candidates bring a unique combination of business acumen, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to engage stakeholders across domains, fostering alignment and momentum toward Equinix’s data-driven culture

Be the Navigator to Chart Enterprise Data Strategy and Roadmap

Identify and prioritize strategic data and AI initiatives (e.g., tooling, platform decisions) to optimize ROI while ensuring scalability and technical soundness

Establish a business case center of excellence for data and AI initiatives to bring financial rigor and strategic focus to initiative development (e.g., Explore longer-term opportunities for data monetization through products, partnerships, and services

Create transparency and standardization across 15+ data domains to drive clarity on initiative selection and prioritization. Partner with the Chief Digital & Innovation Officer organization to co-design the unified intake and prioritization platform and process

Design and Deliver Critical Data and AI Initiatives

Collaborate across teams in the data and AI domains (e.g., Data Engineering, AI & Data Science, Analytics, Data Governance) and functional teams (e.g., Equinix functions that adopt data and AI solutions) to design and track initiatives aligned to strategic business priorities

Work jointly with the broader Chief Digital and Innovation organization to embed enterprise-level prioritization, resource visibility, and intake process enhancements

Build trusted partnerships across the enterprise, becoming a go-to strategic advisor and data ambassador for Equinix’s evolving data and AI portfolio

6-8 years of experience in Corporate Strategy, Finance, Banking, or Consulting background with expertise in strategic planning, data and analytics, business casing, scenario planning

Strong business acumen and ability to translate complex technical topics into tangible business language

Experience in interpedently preparing executive-ready materials (e.g., data and AI roadmap, initiative portfolio review)

Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions, build credibility with senior leaders, and foster high-trust relationships

Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, data science, information management, or related field

Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, creating high levels of trust and influence at all organizational levels

Strong "can do" attitude, willing to flex between strategic planning and hands-on delivery as needed

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 112,000 - 162,000 CAD / Annual

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 103,000 - 155,000 USD / 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. 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.

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. 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. Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. 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.