NTT Global Data Centers

Senior Director, Technology Innovation

NTT Global Data Centers

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: CaliforniaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $197,100 - $292,100 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Leads and drives strategic initiatives, including multi-year emerging technology strategies, innovation programs and technology transformation efforts aligned with corporate objectives.
  • Defines and executes innovation roadmaps, including AI/ML, automation, analytics, and emerging infrastructure technologies.
  • Drives cross-functional innovation programs from concept through proof-of-concept, pilot, and scaled deployment.
  • Serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, delivering executive briefings, innovation workshops and forward-looking insights on AI and digital infrastructure trends.
  • Evaluates disruptive technologies such as edge computing, quantum and sustainability innovations, benchmarking industry competitors and identifying differentiation opportunities.
  • Builds business cases, ROI models, and investment recommendations for emerging technology investments, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and measurable outcomes.
  • Partners with internal teams to ensure responsible adoption, including governance, compliance, and risk considerations emerging technologies.
  • Represents NTT GDC at industry forums, technology councils, and conferences, positioning the company as a thought leader in AI and infrastructure innovation.
  • Establishes and manages external partnerships with technology vendors, hyperscalers, startups, and research institutions.
  • Monitors industry trends, competitive developments, and regulatory considerations related to emerging technologies.

Requirements

  • 10-12 years of experience in technology innovation, strategy, AI/ML, or emerging technologies within infrastructure, cloud, or digital environments
  • Proven track record delivering innovation initiatives from concept to scaled implementation
  • Experience building business cases, financial models, and investment recommendations
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PhD) preferred but not required
Benefits
  • Paid time-off
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life and supplemental insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Flexible spending account
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Monthly stipend for remote work
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
AIMLautomationanalyticsedge computingquantum technologiessustainability innovationsbusiness case developmentROI modelinginvestment recommendations
Soft Skills
leadershipstrategic thinkingcommunicationcollaborationadvisory skillsinnovation managementcross-functional teamworkpresentation skillsworkshop facilitationtrend analysis
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in computer scienceBachelor's degree in engineeringBachelor's degree in businessMBAMSPhD