Vantage Data Centers · 1 month ago
Senior Connectivity Manager, NA
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expVantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. This role involves leading the development of connectivity strategies, managing projects, and ensuring accountability across all connectivity initiatives. The manager will also contribute to the design and execution of telecommunications infrastructure for data centers.
Data CenterInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Lead feasibility (developing connectivity strategy) through contract execution and delivery (e.g., lit fiber)
Contribute to the design, schedule and CAPEX estimates during pre-construction phases and assist with relevant contract negotiations
Brief and transition ownership of fiber telecommunications infrastructure to VDC Construction Managers at the appropriate time for execution
Develop and maintain regional connectivity strategy, including productization of connectivity, aligned with the management team's expectations and direction
Ensure accountability results across all connectivity projects, assignments, and initiatives, including budget and schedule management, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders
Stay current with new technologies, products, and innovative opportunities both within and outside the data center industry to enhance future deliveries
Ensure Vantage has sites that meet customer network requirements, including KMZ creation and management in existing and new markets
Conduct long-haul evaluations and develop schedules with cost certainty for the last mile
Acquire dark fiber facilities to ensure all customers can activate services from day one
Negotiate carrier agreements to reduce costs while ensuring dark fiber availability on-premises from day one
Support D&E with campus and building designs for internal and external conduit routing, including MMR/POE layout and customer fit-outs
In conjunction with VDC commercial teams and third-party consultants, qualify consultants, vendors, and contractors
Provide technical support as needed, including preparing technical materials for presentations to prospective customers and supporting marketing efforts to outline connectivity strategies
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years' experience in large-scale connectivity delivery
Solid understanding of data center ecosystems and a network of key providers, with a recognized degree in computer science or equivalent preferred
Project management experience, with the ability to conduct full feasibility studies
Knowledge of customer requirements, business drivers, financials, and relevant legislative requirements
Strong IT skills, with the ability to use multiple communication tools and software packages
Demonstrated strong negotiation skills
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills at all organizational levels and with third parties, such as suppliers
Flexible, adaptable, and self-directed; able to work in various circumstances, including remotely, while traveling, across multiple time zones, cross-functionally, and by project
Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, work well under pressure, and prioritize work efforts with minimal supervision
Preferred
Recognized degree in computer science or equivalent
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and AD&D
Short and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off
Employee assistance
Participation in a 401k program that includes company match
Many other additional voluntary benefits
Company
Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers designs and develops data center campuses to large cloud providers, AI enterprises, and other tech-driven businesses.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$33.61BKey Investors
La CaisseWells FargoDigitalBridge
2025-09-10Private Equity· $1.6B
2025-06-03Debt Financing· $5.82B
2024-12-16Private Equity· $1.47B
Leadership Team
Sureel Choksi
President and CEO
Corinne Chong
CFO, APAC
Recent News
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