Development Connectivity Design Architect II

Development Connectivity Design Architect II

It's exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history— and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers' most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure.

As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

At QTS, we are Powered by People. Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we're achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure.

And we'd like to invite you to join us.

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Responsibilities

• Work with existing customers to identify needs and communicate how QTS can solve those needs.
• Monitor new trends, new technology, and new service development across the industry.
• Track and analyze past performance and lessons learned to refine installation processes and procedures and strategies.
• Govern construction team and assure Basis of Design (BOD) adherence and any subsequent ISP design execution and delivery.
• Provide ownership of the BOD and make scheduled annual updates that align with Freedom build standards.
• Company SME responsible for setting all the standards for design specifications, materials and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance for QA technicians and program managers for all OSP inspections.
• Interpret Butterfly drawings, KMZ, site plans and connectivity turnover.
• Experience with CAD design.
• Experience with Sales – Customer design, Build-to-suit, post-sales support.
• Be the OSP leader to bridge the gap with Connectivity and QA Development team to assure OSP design standards adherence.
• Bring large enterprise org process and documentation experience to help mature current QTS processes.
• Bring a different view of the data center telecom skill set that comes from an outside perspective.
• Hyperscale engagement at various project sites, as well as regularly attending Hyperscale meetings.
• Knowledgeable on OSP, ISP, Vault, Manhole and handhole installation, management and best practices and industry standards.
• Interact with Pre & Post Development teams often and must be able to communicate across all areas of the organization.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience
• Ten or more years of relevant professional experience including extensive experience in all aspects of Cloud and Network Services.
• OSP and ISP auditing and project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten or more years of experience working in a data center environment focused on Site development.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven record of accomplishment in Cloud and Network Services business development.
• Ability to pull together cross-functional support for business development initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills; advanced ability in problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Must have a team focus while maintaining a demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage a wide variety of complex tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Experience with customer relationship management and opportunity tracking; ability to understand and clearly present to customers highly technical concepts.

Total Rewards

• This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.
• This position is bonus eligible.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.