Director of AI Technical Marketing

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Job Summary

The Director of AI Technical Marketing is a strategic leader responsible for driving Equinix’s Distributed AI ecosystem through compelling technical marketing programs. This role bridges technical sales, engineering, and partner solutions to deliver integrated AI offerings. You will own solution storytelling, enablement content, and thought leadership initiatives that showcase customer use cases and accelerate adoption.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Messaging

• Define and execute a comprehensive technical marketing strategy for Distributed AI solutions

• Develop a messaging hierarchy to ensure consistent, compelling AI narratives across channels

• Align global product and solution marketing initiatives with growth targets and business objectives

Program Leadership

• Orchestrate strategic technical marketing programs, managing cross-functional teams and external agencies

• Drive thought leadership through analyst engagement, events, and content that elevates Equinix’s AI voice

• Build a robust repository of AI customer success stories to support sales and marketing efforts

Solutions Development

• Partner with engineering, architecture, and business development teams to deliver integrated AI solutions

• Contribute to solution design, technical specifications, and performance benchmarks for distributed AI workloads

• Support proof-of-concept development and partner integration frameworks

Partner Ecosystem

• Develop strategic relationships across hyperscalers, AI/ML platform providers, infrastructure vendors, and system integrators

• Create partner enablement programs, certification processes, and joint solution initiatives

• Define success metrics and governance frameworks for distributed AI solutions

Technical Architecture

• Design reference architectures for edge-to-cloud AI workloads

• Establish integration patterns, APIs, and performance optimization frameworks

• Lead technical due diligence and ensure scalability across global deployments

Qualifications

• Experience: 15+ years in product management, technical marketing, or solutions development with a focus on distributed systems and AI/ML

• Education: Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred

• Expertise: Distributed computing architectures, edge computing, and cloud-native technologies. AI infrastructure, model deployment, and performance optimization at scale. GPU computing, AI accelerators, and high-performance computing

• Skills: Strategic thinking, P&L management, and ecosystem building. Strong communication skills for engaging C-level and technical audiences. Proven success in global team leadership and enterprise solution launches

This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 177,000 - 265,000 USD / Annual

United States - Denver Office DEO : 177,000 - 265,000 USD / Annual

United States - Washington DC Office DCS : 195,000 - 293,000 USD / Annual

United States - Seattle Office SES : 195,000 - 293,000 USD / Annual

United States - Tampa Office TAO : 177,000 - 265,000 USD / Annual

United States - Chicago Office CHO1 : 195,000 - 293,000 USD / Annual

United States - New York City Office NYO1 : 195,000 - 293,000 USD / Annual

United States - Ashburn Office AEO : 195,000 - 293,000 USD / Annual

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 166,000 - 248,000 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.

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