Digital Realty

Sr. Manager - Global Command Center

Digital Realty$123K — $169K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years managing technical facilities teams in mission-critical environments.
  • Experience developing and executing preventative maintenance programs for critical infrastructure.
  • Proven experience in managing maintenance, repair, and infrastructure upgrades across multiple sites.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills adaptable to diverse audiences.
  • Experience managing contractors and vendors in critical operations.
  • Organizational skills with a systematic work approach.
  • Demonstrated budget management and cost control abilities.
  • Degree in a related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement preventative maintenance strategies for data center infrastructure.
  • Lead and mentor facilities teams to enhance collaboration and performance.
  • Manage large-scale maintenance, repair, and upgrades across multiple sites.
  • Monitor and analyze maintenance performance metrics and KPIs for improvement.
  • Oversee relationships with contractors and vendors ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Support budgeting, cost control, and maintenance reporting activities.
  • Investigate and resolve technical and operational issues impacting infrastructure.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards for maintenance activities.
  • Communicate maintenance priorities and performance updates to stakeholders.
  • Align maintenance programs with business continuity and operational uptime goals.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and AD&D insurance.
  • 401k match.
  • Disability benefits.
  • Wellness and education benefits.
  • Employee stock purchase plan.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Sr. Manager, Global Command Center
Location: Ashburn, VA

Your Role
The Sr. Manager, Global Command Center is responsible for leading the preventative maintenance strategy and operational readiness of mission-critical data center infrastructure. This role oversees maintenance planning, technical teams, vendors, contractors, and large-scale maintenance projects to ensure reliability, compliance, and operational performance. The position partners across multiple stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, manage performance metrics, support budgeting activities, and ensure critical infrastructure operates safely and efficiently while meeting business objectives.

What you'll do
  • Develop and execute preventative maintenance strategies to ensure critical data center infrastructure operates reliably and efficiently.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop technical facilities teams, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Manage large-scale, multi-site maintenance, repair, and infrastructure upgrade projects.
  • Monitor maintenance performance metrics, service levels, and operational KPIs, driving corrective actions and process improvements.
  • Oversee contractor and vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with safety, operational, and quality standards.
  • Support budget planning, cost control initiatives, forecasting, and maintenance reporting activities.
  • Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical and operational issues affecting critical infrastructure.
  • Ensure maintenance activities comply with regulatory requirements, company standards, and industry best practices.
  • Communicate maintenance priorities, risks, and performance updates to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Support 24x7 operational environments by ensuring maintenance programs align with business continuity and uptime objectives.

What you'll need
  • 7-10 years of experience managing technical facilities teams in mission-critical environments.
  • Experience developing and executing preventative maintenance programs for critical infrastructure systems.
  • Proven experience leading maintenance, repair, and infrastructure upgrade projects across multiple sites.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication styles to different audiences.
  • Experience managing contractors, vendors, and service providers in a critical operations environment.
  • Strong organizational skills with a systematic and methodical approach to work.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, control costs, and support reporting requirements.
  • Ability to work in a 24/7/365 operational environment with a strong focus on achieving results and meeting SLAs.
  • Degree-level education in a related discipline is preferred.

Our Compensation Philosophy

Digital Realty offers its employees a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions. Central to our compensation philosophy is rewarding our employees for achieving the values and objectives aligned to the company's overall goals and values.

Our published pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and geographical location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. Moreover, an employee's total compensation package varies by role and may include salary, cash bonus or commissions, and equity awards not quantified below.

Compensation range: $123,000 - $169,000 annually . This compensation range represents the Company's good faith belief as to what it will pay as a base salary for this position at the time of this posting.

Benefits: For this role, Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, 401k match, disability benefits, wellness and education benefits, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, holidays, and more.

Apply today, take charge of your career and grow your talents with us.

About Digital Realty

Digital Realty Careers

Joining Digital Realty means becoming part of a dedicated team of professionals who are at the forefront of innovation in the data center industry. Digital Realty, a leading global provider of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions, offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and experiences.

Explore Job Opportunities

Digital Realty is actively hiring and offers a plethora of positions that cater to both seasoned professionals and those at the beginning of their career journey. The company is committed to fostering a culture of growth and leadership, making it an ideal environment for ambitious individuals looking to advance their careers.

Internship Programs

For those just starting out, Digital Realty’s internship programs provide a robust platform for gaining industry experience and networking with experts. Internships are designed to transform academic knowledge into professional practice, while interns work on projects that drive real business results.

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Digital Realty believes in the continuous professional development of its team members. The company supports career advancement through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are designed to enhance skills and foster an inclusive workplace.

Benefits and Culture

The benefits at Digital Realty go beyond standard employment perks. Team members enjoy competitive benefits packages that support both their professional and personal lives. Moreover, Digital Realty is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture where every team member feels valued and motivated.

Innovation and Leadership

At the intersection of technology and real estate, Digital Realty stands as a leader in its field. The company encourages innovation and thought leadership, which permeates every project and initiative. Team members are encouraged to think creatively and push boundaries, which is integral to the company’s success and industry leadership.

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To apply for a position at Digital Realty, candidates should prepare their resume to highlight relevant experience and skills. The interview process is designed to assess not only professional qualifications but also a candidate's fit within Digital Realty’s unique culture. Interested candidates can explore available positions and submit their applications through the Digital Realty Jobs portal.

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