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Vice President, Energy Innovation

Equinix · Redwood City · On-site

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About the role

Vice President, Energy Innovation, is responsible for leading a global team of energy experts focused on the cutting edge of securing cost effective, reliable, and innovative power solutions. This role encompasses oversight of all commercial aspects of structuring innovative commercial, technical, and novel energy solutions addressing the power challenges faced by data centers and communities across the Equinix portfolio. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Leadership: Strong negotiation skills, with experience in managing complex contracts and relationships with suppliers, regulatory bodies and partners, with a focus on multiparty multifaceted transactions
  • Customer-centric: Skilled at building relationships cross-functionally, orchestrating Energy activities across the enterprise to deliver value and anticipate the customer needs
  • Demonstrated history of industry visibility and thought leadership. Sound judgment in handling sensitive topics, with the ability to represent the company’s position while managing reputational risk
  • Experience in data center operations, utilities, or a similar mission-critical environment
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing large-scale budgets for global organizations
  • Excellent cross-functional leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to drive results through collaboration across diverse teams
More about this role

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 bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

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. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Vice President, Energy Innovation, is responsible for leading a global team of energy experts focused on the cutting edge of securing cost effective, reliable, and innovative power solutions. This role encompasses oversight of all commercial aspects of structuring innovative commercial, technical, and novel energy solutions addressing the power challenges faced by data centers and communities across the Equinix portfolio. This role will be responsible for leading onsite, co-siting, and clean energy program development and implementation with strong ties to our...

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