Digital Realty Career Opportunities
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Drive Exciting Key Service Exchange Product in High-Impact, Global Position

Help Foster Growth of Cloud Services and Take Ownership of Entire Lifecycle and Strategy 

This unique product management role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a critical position and spotlight your talent as you manage the exciting new Service Exchange product that recently launched in North America and is rolling out internationally this year! You will take point on managing this cloud access product throughout the product lifecycle to reach development and performance targets. It will be your job to identify strategic enhancements of the product and determine new product functionality and new market roll-outs. It's an interesting and exciting product that goes beyond just hardware. In fact, it's a product that is core to our cloud strategy, meaning you'll enjoy wide visibility and drive a product that is making a large market impact and doing very well. 

This is a chance to enjoy the best-of-both-worlds: the resources and commitment of one of the largest full-service data center providers in the world, and the excitement and entrepreneurial passion key to our strategic transformation from a real estate / data center company to a technology company. This is a fast-track position where you will enjoy intriguing challenges and where your success will be noticed. If you have a high-level understanding of network services, a solid background in cloud services, and you're an experienced product manager, we'd like to hear from you! 

Digital Realty: Where the cloud lives and business thrives. We built the global standard for technical real estate, developing a unique capability to acquire, manage, and scale data center campuses. Now, Digital Realty is building a unique ecosystem of open solutions that power customer growth through exceptional service on a foundation of unrivaled data center expertise. The new Digital Realty combines unparalleled data center services, carrier-dense interconnection, real estate acumen, and financial strength to create unique power of choice and value when and where our customers need it.

The Requirements

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the Product Manager role will have a strong business orientation, a keen sense of the qualities of great products, and a proven track record of defining and executing a strategic plan for successful network based product(s) / service(s). You will have a solid background in cloud services and a high-level understanding of network services. You won't need tactical technical knowledge, but you should be able to "talk-the-talk" as you work with and influence other stakeholders.

Qualifications

To meet the basic qualifications for the Senior Product Manager, Cloud Services opportunity, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. In addition, to be a good fit for the Senior Product Manager, Cloud Services opportunity, you will also have:
  • 6 to 10+ years of direct product management experience Quick question for you - click here
  • A bachelor's degree required; an MBA preferred 
  • The ability to recognize and communicate customer acquisition and related revenue opportunities, not just technical solutions
  • Understanding of network technology and the cloud environment  
  • Experience in a partnered-setting supporting a white label product is preferred
  • Networking experience
  • Solid computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office Suite and product management software
  • The ability to travel domestically and internationally 20% - 30% of the time
In addition, success will require the following core characteristics and competencies:
  • A business-driven mindset with passion for technology ­
  • Craving to uncovering new revenue opportunities and develop strategies to increase product market presence
  • High energy and drive; self-sufficiency; the ability to work virtually with team members across the country and world
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; the ability to build and maintain strong business relationships
  • Strong leadership skills including the ability to influence and motivate others
  • Fast learner who can quickly synthesize ideas, information, and options into a strategy, plan, or response then effectively communicate their ideas
  • Innovative and creative problem-solver with strong analytical skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in a business environment
  • Proven ability to effectively prioritize, organize and deliver on commitments
  • Exceptional attention to detail

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Director, Global Connectivity, as Senior Product Manager, Cloud Services, you will take ownership of a new product and be responsible for driving new services and product capabilities from initial concept to successful delivery and market adoption. This will include managing the product development lifecycle / stage-gate processes, new product development activities, road map development, defining launch and implementation processes such as Sales and wider organization training, tracking the sales pipeline and other metrics, and more. You will become an expert on the product and competitive trends, and in the next stage, drive enhancements and wider release. You will stay with the product over the long-haul, managing the success of the North American markets, then rolling out the product in the international marketplace. Quick question for you - click here

Specific responsibilities will include: 
  • Identifying compelling market opportunities, and creating a product strategy to exploit the opportunity Quick question for you - click here
  • Meeting with customers, users, prospects, partners, and industry analysts to communicate the Digital Realty vision of the market, product roadmap, and competitive differentiation  
  • Functioning as the primary SME (subject matter expert) on the product and its target market, and understanding the competitive landscape from strategy to functional capabilities
  • Identifying customer and prospect problems that represent significant market opportunities and that are addressable by Digital Realty
  • Collaborating with marketing to develop a go-to market plan and generate outbound messaging, sales training, and product collateral
  • Representing Digital Realty as a domain and product expert at user groups, webinars, customer summits, industry and corporate events
Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured: from Dublin (top) to Singapore (bottom), Digital Realty is about removing limits to global business. Through our seamless, interconnected global network we offer more open data center service choices than anyone, including choices around vendors, service partners, network carriers, configurations and locations. The challenge, from a security standpoint, is to ensure that our data centers are performance gear, not straitjackets, bringing greater productivity and agility while still safeguarding valuable data.

Why Digital Realty

Fast-track Opportunity 
This is a key opportunity with strong visibility and the platform to spotlight your skill and talent. Prove yourself and you will be in a prime position to grow your career with Digital Realty in this role, perhaps stepping up to a leadership-level position if you're not already there, or by following another path within the company. We believe in promoting from within and provide ample career opportunities for proven performers. Of course, this is a prime role that could provide interesting challenges for several years to come...and we're always working to build to products, so the sky's the limit.   

Professional Development
While you will leverage the breadth and depth of your skillset in this role, you will also find there is a good deal to learn as you further develop your networking and cloud knowledge and learn about our company. Your supervisor is also a skilled expert with a good deal of knowledge to share. That means you can continue to advance your skills and take advantage of your runway for growth. And in an industry that is rapidly advancing, and a company actively pursuing strategic growth initiatives, we can assure you that you'll always be learning and never be bored.

Visibility and Impact
This cloud service initiative has the attention of leadership as we work to launch the international segment and expand to other markets. That means that your successes will be noticed. And, because we're early in the program, you can help shape and define your role! You will not only impact client satisfaction, you can impact the way Digital Realty delivers service today and well into the future. 

Strong strategic growth
We continue to grow both organically and through acquisition. In fact, Digital Realty has entered into a definitive agreement under which DuPont Fabros will merge with Digital Realty. According to industry analysts, the combined company will be the largest wholesale data-center REIT in the US.

The "best of both worlds"
You'll find that working for our company may be a little bit different. We are small enough, with only 1400 employees across our global portfolio, that your hard work will be visible throughout the organization. Yet our extensive offering of services and solutions, and proven track record of growth, stability and industry-leading innovation, give you the resources and tools you need to take your career to the next level.

Strong foundation
Our financial strength and stability provide our customers with the assurance that Digital Realty will be their partner for current data center needs and those in the future, and our investment credit ratings provide us access to paths for more capital. We view each of our customers as a long-term partner.

Green standard for sustainability
At Digital Realty we are committed to improving the performance and energy efficiency of our data centers through the creation, adoption and promotion of industry-leading best data center practices and experience. We are pioneers in thinking about green data centers, as well as, adopting and building to LEED and BREEAM certification requirements. We are also a Contributing Member of The Green Grid.

Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive wage and discretionary bonus potential, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes all you would expect plus some pleasant surprises, like multiple flexible spending plans, a generous company match on the 401(k) plan, and more.

Pictured: Each of our data campuses is part of the largest ecosystem of world-class US, European, and APAC carriers, hosting physical connection points for the world's telecommunications networks and Internet backbones.

Keys to Success

Product managers are crucial leaders and decision makers in the company and need the energy and passion to be on top of their game. In a company that is infused with passion, you will serve as a beacon driving your product to the initial international launch, product enhancements and beyond, all while supporting growth in North America where we are already live. Success will require that you take full ownership, develop as SME and continually influence the market adoption and growth of your product. Depending on your background, it’s important to note that there may be a learning curve if you are not already familiar with our industry and business. But as long as you have the combination of product development chops, technical knowledge and influencing skills needed for success, we will provide you the training, resources and support you need to get you up to speed on the industry. 

Relationship building and communication are also essential pillars for success in this role. It will be paramount that you can collaborate cross-functionally with departments throughout the organization and externally. For example, you can expect to partner regularly with IT, Global Operations, Customer Service and others as you flush out requirements and share ideas and insights in regards to processes and implementations. You can also expect to work with our customers (the end users) to get feedback on features and capabilities. 

About Digital Realty

Globally delivering the Right Workload, in the Right Place, at the Right Value℠.

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. supports the data center and colocation strategies of more than 600 firms across its secure, network-rich portfolio of data centers located throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Digital Realty's clients include domestic and international companies of all sizes, ranging from financial services, cloud and information technology services, to manufacturing, energy, gaming, life sciences and consumer products.

Digital Realty is uniquely positioned to provide a complete range of data center solutions on a global scale that best fit our customers' needs. We can connect them to the cloud and their critical partners on an open platform that includes 156 data centers in 33 global markets on 4 continents.

Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies.

Our Mission
To provide our customers with the trusted foundation for the digital world

Our Vision
To build a network of connected campuses and internet gateways that become the heart of the internet and cloud, powering growth and prosperity for customers, employees and shareholders.

Our Values
Guide our decisions and actions every day -- above all else, we value customers, excellence, talent, teamwork and success.

Digital Realty offers a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions.

Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.

Drive Exciting Key Service Exchange Product in High-Impact, Global Position

Help Foster Growth of Cloud Services and Take Ownership of Entire Lifecycle and Strategy 

This unique product management role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a critical position and spotlight your talent as you manage the exciting new Service Exchange product that recently launched in North America and is rolling out internationally this year! You will take point on managing this cloud access product throughout the product lifecycle to reach development and performance targets. It will be your job to identify strategic enhancements of the product and determine new product functionality and new market roll-outs. It's an interesting and exciting product that goes beyond just hardware. In fact, it's a product that is core to our cloud strategy, meaning you'll enjoy wide visibility and drive a product that is making a large market impact and doing very well. 

This is a chance to enjoy the best-of-both-worlds: the resources and commitment of one of the largest full-service data center providers in the world, and the excitement and entrepreneurial passion key to our strategic transformation from a real estate / data center company to a technology company. This is a fast-track position where you will enjoy intriguing challenges and where your success will be noticed. If you have a high-level understanding of network services, a solid background in cloud services, and you're an experienced product manager, we'd like to hear from you! 

Digital Realty: Where the cloud lives and business thrives. We built the global standard for technical real estate, developing a unique capability to acquire, manage, and scale data center campuses. Now, Digital Realty is building a unique ecosystem of open solutions that power customer growth through exceptional service on a foundation of unrivaled data center expertise. The new Digital Realty combines unparalleled data center services, carrier-dense interconnection, real estate acumen, and financial strength to create unique power of choice and value when and where our customers need it.

The Requirements

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the Product Manager role will have a strong business orientation, a keen sense of the qualities of great products, and a proven track record of defining and executing a strategic plan for successful network based product(s) / service(s). You will have a solid background in cloud services and a high-level understanding of network services. You won't need tactical technical knowledge, but you should be able to "talk-the-talk" as you work with and influence other stakeholders.

Qualifications

To meet the basic qualifications for the Senior Product Manager, Cloud Services opportunity, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. In addition, to be a good fit for the Senior Product Manager, Cloud Services opportunity, you will also have:
  • 6 to 10+ years of direct product management experience Quick question for you - click here
  • A bachelor's degree required; an MBA preferred 
  • The ability to recognize and communicate customer acquisition and related revenue opportunities, not just technical solutions
  • Understanding of network technology and the cloud environment  
  • Experience in a partnered-setting supporting a white label product is preferred
  • Networking experience
  • Solid computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office Suite and product management software
  • The ability to travel domestically and internationally 20% - 30% of the time
In addition, success will require the following core characteristics and competencies:
  • A business-driven mindset with passion for technology ­
  • Craving to uncovering new revenue opportunities and develop strategies to increase product market presence
  • High energy and drive; self-sufficiency; the ability to work virtually with team members across the country and world
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; the ability to build and maintain strong business relationships
  • Strong leadership skills including the ability to influence and motivate others
  • Fast learner who can quickly synthesize ideas, information, and options into a strategy, plan, or response then effectively communicate their ideas
  • Innovative and creative problem-solver with strong analytical skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in a business environment
  • Proven ability to effectively prioritize, organize and deliver on commitments
  • Exceptional attention to detail

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Director, Global Connectivity, as Senior Product Manager, Cloud Services, you will take ownership of a new product and be responsible for driving new services and product capabilities from initial concept to successful delivery and market adoption. This will include managing the product development lifecycle / stage-gate processes, new product development activities, road map development, defining launch and implementation processes such as Sales and wider organization training, tracking the sales pipeline and other metrics, and more. You will become an expert on the product and competitive trends, and in the next stage, drive enhancements and wider release. You will stay with the product over the long-haul, managing the success of the North American markets, then rolling out the product in the international marketplace. Quick question for you - click here

Specific responsibilities will include: 
  • Identifying compelling market opportunities, and creating a product strategy to exploit the opportunity Quick question for you - click here
  • Meeting with customers, users, prospects, partners, and industry analysts to communicate the Digital Realty vision of the market, product roadmap, and competitive differentiation  
  • Functioning as the primary SME (subject matter expert) on the product and its target market, and understanding the competitive landscape from strategy to functional capabilities
  • Identifying customer and prospect problems that represent significant market opportunities and that are addressable by Digital Realty
  • Collaborating with marketing to develop a go-to market plan and generate outbound messaging, sales training, and product collateral
  • Representing Digital Realty as a domain and product expert at user groups, webinars, customer summits, industry and corporate events
Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured: from Dublin (top) to Singapore (bottom), Digital Realty is about removing limits to global business. Through our seamless, interconnected global network we offer more open data center service choices than anyone, including choices around vendors, service partners, network carriers, configurations and locations. The challenge, from a security standpoint, is to ensure that our data centers are performance gear, not straitjackets, bringing greater productivity and agility while still safeguarding valuable data.

Why Digital Realty

Fast-track Opportunity 
This is a key opportunity with strong visibility and the platform to spotlight your skill and talent. Prove yourself and you will be in a prime position to grow your career with Digital Realty in this role, perhaps stepping up to a leadership-level position if you're not already there, or by following another path within the company. We believe in promoting from within and provide ample career opportunities for proven performers. Of course, this is a prime role that could provide interesting challenges for several years to come...and we're always working to build to products, so the sky's the limit.   

Professional Development
While you will leverage the breadth and depth of your skillset in this role, you will also find there is a good deal to learn as you further develop your networking and cloud knowledge and learn about our company. Your supervisor is also a skilled expert with a good deal of knowledge to share. That means you can continue to advance your skills and take advantage of your runway for growth. And in an industry that is rapidly advancing, and a company actively pursuing strategic growth initiatives, we can assure you that you'll always be learning and never be bored.

Visibility and Impact
This cloud service initiative has the attention of leadership as we work to launch the international segment and expand to other markets. That means that your successes will be noticed. And, because we're early in the program, you can help shape and define your role! You will not only impact client satisfaction, you can impact the way Digital Realty delivers service today and well into the future. 

Strong strategic growth
We continue to grow both organically and through acquisition. In fact, Digital Realty has entered into a definitive agreement under which DuPont Fabros will merge with Digital Realty. According to industry analysts, the combined company will be the largest wholesale data-center REIT in the US.

The "best of both worlds"
You'll find that working for our company may be a little bit different. We are small enough, with only 1400 employees across our global portfolio, that your hard work will be visible throughout the organization. Yet our extensive offering of services and solutions, and proven track record of growth, stability and industry-leading innovation, give you the resources and tools you need to take your career to the next level.

Strong foundation
Our financial strength and stability provide our customers with the assurance that Digital Realty will be their partner for current data center needs and those in the future, and our investment credit ratings provide us access to paths for more capital. We view each of our customers as a long-term partner.

Green standard for sustainability
At Digital Realty we are committed to improving the performance and energy efficiency of our data centers through the creation, adoption and promotion of industry-leading best data center practices and experience. We are pioneers in thinking about green data centers, as well as, adopting and building to LEED and BREEAM certification requirements. We are also a Contributing Member of The Green Grid.

Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive wage and discretionary bonus potential, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes all you would expect plus some pleasant surprises, like multiple flexible spending plans, a generous company match on the 401(k) plan, and more.

Pictured: Each of our data campuses is part of the largest ecosystem of world-class US, European, and APAC carriers, hosting physical connection points for the world's telecommunications networks and Internet backbones.

Keys to Success

Product managers are crucial leaders and decision makers in the company and need the energy and passion to be on top of their game. In a company that is infused with passion, you will serve as a beacon driving your product to the initial international launch, product enhancements and beyond, all while supporting growth in North America where we are already live. Success will require that you take full ownership, develop as SME and continually influence the market adoption and growth of your product. Depending on your background, it’s important to note that there may be a learning curve if you are not already familiar with our industry and business. But as long as you have the combination of product development chops, technical knowledge and influencing skills needed for success, we will provide you the training, resources and support you need to get you up to speed on the industry. 

Relationship building and communication are also essential pillars for success in this role. It will be paramount that you can collaborate cross-functionally with departments throughout the organization and externally. For example, you can expect to partner regularly with IT, Global Operations, Customer Service and others as you flush out requirements and share ideas and insights in regards to processes and implementations. You can also expect to work with our customers (the end users) to get feedback on features and capabilities. 

About Digital Realty

Globally delivering the Right Workload, in the Right Place, at the Right Value℠.

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. supports the data center and colocation strategies of more than 600 firms across its secure, network-rich portfolio of data centers located throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Digital Realty's clients include domestic and international companies of all sizes, ranging from financial services, cloud and information technology services, to manufacturing, energy, gaming, life sciences and consumer products.

Digital Realty is uniquely positioned to provide a complete range of data center solutions on a global scale that best fit our customers' needs. We can connect them to the cloud and their critical partners on an open platform that includes 156 data centers in 33 global markets on 4 continents.

Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies.

Our Mission
To provide our customers with the trusted foundation for the digital world

Our Vision
To build a network of connected campuses and internet gateways that become the heart of the internet and cloud, powering growth and prosperity for customers, employees and shareholders.

Our Values
Guide our decisions and actions every day -- above all else, we value customers, excellence, talent, teamwork and success.

Digital Realty offers a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions.

Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.
Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department at jkern@engage2excel.com.
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