Solutions Architect - Zurich, Schweiz - Equinix

Equinix

Geprüftes Unternehmen

Zurich, Schweiz

vor 1 Woche

Geschrieben von:

Lena Schneider

beBee Recruiter

Beschreibung

Who are we?
Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed.

Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions.

We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

Solutions Architect

Job Summary
As a recognized global leader in its industry, Equinix employs dedicated, driven experts who take pride in their work. When you choose to work for Equinix, you're not just picking a job; you're embarking on a career. You're not just working at a company; you're joining a vital, global team.

Equinix Switzerland is hiring a Global Solution Architect located in Zurich.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic support for Equinix global sales organizations
Understand the goals of the company and position, and effectively develop strategies to meet those goals
Operate in a threetiered engagement account engagement model that includes demand capture, demand creation and professional services touch points
For assigned projects, define scope, plans and deliverables including cost projections and proposed implementation dates
Research, analyze, recommend and implement new technologies, standards, processes, tools and techniques. Research, evaluate and stay current on emerging tools, techniques and technologies
Create systems infrastructure portions of information/technology plans based on an understanding of the customer's organizational strategic direction, technical context and business needs
Under mínimal direction, lead and coordinates the design, development, implementation support and optimization of infrastructure systems that enable and support Equinix business
Review other infrastructure system designs to select appropriate technology, ensure efficient use of resources and ensure integration of multiple systems and technologies
Provide technical support for marketing initiatives through participation in proposals and marketing studies
Identify, develop, update and enforce standards and procedures
Interface with resources in the CIO, CTO, CMO and CSO organizations on system infrastructure problems, technical concerns, and financial issues

Job Competencies / and proficiency levels (future)

Adaptability
Change Management
Collaboration
Cost Estimation
Fostering Innovation
Initiative
Innovation
Open Communication
Organizational Understanding
Professional Development
Professionalism
Quality
Reliability
Risk Management
Technical Expertise

Qualifications

Proven years of experience preferred in Solutions selling and technical support experience in the hightech industry preferably in the network, cloud and/or data center markets
Substantial telecommunications experience required; technical and commercial knowledge of network operator topology and architecture and IP routing strongly preferred
Thought leader who is innovative, entrepreneurial, well respected and actively sought out
Recognized in the industry through channels such as social media, authoring white papers, or public speaking engagements
Networking
Substantial telecommunications experience required; technical and commercial knowledge of Tier 1/2 ISPs topology and architecture and IP routing is required
Proficient in router and switch features and configuration, BGP and other routing protocols, performance measurement, tuning and scaling, and reliability and security techniques
Experience with Network Peering, CDN's, fault tolerant designs, and QOS mapping
Proficient with common networking telecom concepts: routing and switching protocols, MPLS and IPVN services
Cloud Computing
Public, Private and Hybrid cloud services and deployment methodology
SDN, OpenStack, OpenFlow and network automation and virtualization
Enterprise IT
Must have a thorough understanding of, and experience with, servers, storage, layer 3 networking and enterprise software. Solid understanding of the entire OSI stack
Software and Database system development
Storage Platform technologies (SAN/NAS) including Hardware and Software (EMC/NetApp/Sun/IBM/HP/VMware/Citrix/Brocade/Juniper)
Must have a thorough understanding of the implication of common IT product on system designs: servers, storage, layer 3 networking, and enterprise software