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Get Access To All JobsSkillBridge Opportunity: Specialist Accountant & Program Manager – xScale AI Data Center
- JR-155574
- Hybrid
- Dallas
- General Management
- Full time
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.
A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.
Equinix Emerging Talent, Military Program providing service members with transition assistance to the civilian workforce. Equinix is proud to support transitioning service members and military spouses through the Department of Defense SkillBridge program. This opportunity provides hands-on experience in a hybrid role that combines accounting expertise with program management to support the buildout of our xScale AI data centers—critical infrastructure powering the future of artificial intelligence and hyperscale computing.
This role is ideal for individuals with a background in finance, logistics, operations, or project management who are looking to apply their military-honed skills in a dynamic, global technology environment.
Are you a military service member within or nearing your 180-day window for separation from active duty? Are you a military spouse fellow wanting to engage a technology career? If this is you, then Equinix has a unique opportunity to help kick-start the next chapter in your professional life.
Please note: This program is exclusively for Military Spouse Fellows or Active-duty U.S. military personnel transitioning out of the military to civilian workforce.
About xScale
During 2019, Equinix took a significant step in its plan to support the rapid growth of hyperscale customers with the establishment of a joint venture to own, run, and develop xScale data centers in Europe. This milestone set the foundation for funding and expanding xScale globally. In 2024, we expanded into the USA, marking the 6th and one of the largest xScale joint ventures to date.
Today, xScale represents one of the fastest-growing and most strategically important areas of Equinix. This role is part of our global xScale Controllership team, supporting the largest and most complex U.S. joint venture. You will join a high-energy, collaborative environment where learning, problem-solving, and cross-functional partnership happen every day.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Oversight
- Support capital expenditure (CapEx) tracking, cost allocations, and financial reporting for large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Assist with monthly close activities and ensure adherence to GAAP/IFRS accounting standards.
- Maintain accurate financial documentation, controls, and audit-ready records.
Process Improvement & Transformation
- Partner closely with xScale Controllership teams to understand current processes, pain points, and upstream/downstream dependencies across CapEx, Revenue Operations, General Accounting, and Reporting.
- Map end-to-end accounting workflows, documenting current-state processes, handoffs, systems, data flows, and controls.
- Identify bottlenecks, inconsistencies, manual work, and non-value-added steps to drive root-cause problem solving.
- Design optimized future-state workflows that streamline work, strengthen controls, reduce manual touchpoints, and support “fix at source” discipline.
- Develop SOPs, process maps, playbooks, and standardized documentation for global adoption.
- Support change readiness through training, communications, and partnering with leaders to embed governance and accountability.
- Establish and track KPIs (e.g., close cycle time, manual journal reduction, aging metrics, rework levels, standardization) to measure process effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
Program & Project Management
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage timelines, budgets, deliverables, and reporting for xScale buildouts and process-improvement initiatives.
- Utilize tools such as Smartsheet, MS Project, Tableau to monitor progress, track dependencies, and communicate outcomes.
- Support coordination across Finance, Real Estate, Operations, Engineering, and other teams involved in AI infrastructure projects.
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
- Contribute to multi-year financial models and scenario planning for AI and hyperscale data center expansion.
- Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and cost-optimization opportunities.
- Support long-term planning efforts tied to CapEx, operational cost drivers, and resource allocation.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as a liaison across Finance, Operations, Engineering, Real Estate, and external vendors or partners.
- Participate in meetings, prepare status updates, and present clear findings and recommendations.
- Support alignment across global stakeholders to drive consistency and cross-functional effectiveness.
Qualifications
Core Skills
- Transitioning service member or military spouse eligible for DoD SkillBridge.
- Experience in finance, accounting, logistics, operations, project/program management, or process improvement.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose inefficiencies, simplify workflows, and reduce manual/repetitive work.
- Familiarity with financial or ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and project management tools.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple stakeholders.
Preferred
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt strongly preferred.
- Hands-on experience with structured problem-solving methodologies (LEAN, Kaizen, root cause analysis, value stream mapping).
- Ability to produce clear documentation, visual process maps, SOPs, and recommendations.
- Financial background, coursework, or accounting exposure is desirable.
- Self-starter who can operate independently, build credibility quickly, and drive outcomes.
What You’ll Gain:
- Real-world experience in a Fortune 500 tech company
- Exposure to global data center operations and AI infrastructure
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in finance and program management.
- Networking opportunities across Equinix’s veteran and emerging talent communities
- Potential for full-time employment post-SkillBridge
Skillbridge Internship positions are open to active duty and/or transitioning military members. Compensation or pay for this role is made through the service member's current enlistment contract based on pay guidelines set by the Department of Defense (DoD).
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here.
This posting is a new position within our organization.
SkillBridge Opportunity: Specialist Accountant & Program Manager – xScale AI Data Center
- JR-155574
- Hybrid
- Dallas
- General Management
- Full time
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.
A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.
Equinix Emerging Talent, Military Program providing service members with transition assistance to the civilian workforce. Equinix is proud to support transitioning service members and military spouses through the Department of Defense SkillBridge program. This opportunity provides hands-on experience in a hybrid role that combines accounting expertise with program management to support the buildout of our xScale AI data centers—critical infrastructure powering the future of artificial intelligence and hyperscale computing.
This role is ideal for individuals with a background in finance, logistics, operations, or project management who are looking to apply their military-honed skills in a dynamic, global technology environment.
Are you a military service member within or nearing your 180-day window for separation from active duty? Are you a military spouse fellow wanting to engage a technology career? If this is you, then Equinix has a unique opportunity to help kick-start the next chapter in your professional life.
Please note: This program is exclusively for Military Spouse Fellows or Active-duty U.S. military personnel transitioning out of the military to civilian workforce.
About xScale
During 2019, Equinix took a significant step in its plan to support the rapid growth of hyperscale customers with the establishment of a joint venture to own, run, and develop xScale data centers in Europe. This milestone set the foundation for funding and expanding xScale globally. In 2024, we expanded into the USA, marking the 6th and one of the largest xScale joint ventures to date.
Today, xScale represents one of the fastest-growing and most strategically important areas of Equinix. This role is part of our global xScale Controllership team, supporting the largest and most complex U.S. joint venture. You will join a high-energy, collaborative environment where learning, problem-solving, and cross-functional partnership happen every day.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Oversight
- Support capital expenditure (CapEx) tracking, cost allocations, and financial reporting for large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Assist with monthly close activities and ensure adherence to GAAP/IFRS accounting standards.
- Maintain accurate financial documentation, controls, and audit-ready records.
Process Improvement & Transformation
- Partner closely with xScale Controllership teams to understand current processes, pain points, and upstream/downstream dependencies across CapEx, Revenue Operations, General Accounting, and Reporting.
- Map end-to-end accounting workflows, documenting current-state processes, handoffs, systems, data flows, and controls.
- Identify bottlenecks, inconsistencies, manual work, and non-value-added steps to drive root-cause problem solving.
- Design optimized future-state workflows that streamline work, strengthen controls, reduce manual touchpoints, and support “fix at source” discipline.
- Develop SOPs, process maps, playbooks, and standardized documentation for global adoption.
- Support change readiness through training, communications, and partnering with leaders to embed governance and accountability.
- Establish and track KPIs (e.g., close cycle time, manual journal reduction, aging metrics, rework levels, standardization) to measure process effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
Program & Project Management
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage timelines, budgets, deliverables, and reporting for xScale buildouts and process-improvement initiatives.
- Utilize tools such as Smartsheet, MS Project, Tableau to monitor progress, track dependencies, and communicate outcomes.
- Support coordination across Finance, Real Estate, Operations, Engineering, and other teams involved in AI infrastructure projects.
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
- Contribute to multi-year financial models and scenario planning for AI and hyperscale data center expansion.
- Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and cost-optimization opportunities.
- Support long-term planning efforts tied to CapEx, operational cost drivers, and resource allocation.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as a liaison across Finance, Operations, Engineering, Real Estate, and external vendors or partners.
- Participate in meetings, prepare status updates, and present clear findings and recommendations.
- Support alignment across global stakeholders to drive consistency and cross-functional effectiveness.
Qualifications
Core Skills
- Transitioning service member or military spouse eligible for DoD SkillBridge.
- Experience in finance, accounting, logistics, operations, project/program management, or process improvement.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose inefficiencies, simplify workflows, and reduce manual/repetitive work.
- Familiarity with financial or ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and project management tools.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple stakeholders.
Preferred
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt strongly preferred.
- Hands-on experience with structured problem-solving methodologies (LEAN, Kaizen, root cause analysis, value stream mapping).
- Ability to produce clear documentation, visual process maps, SOPs, and recommendations.
- Financial background, coursework, or accounting exposure is desirable.
- Self-starter who can operate independently, build credibility quickly, and drive outcomes.
What You’ll Gain:
- Real-world experience in a Fortune 500 tech company
- Exposure to global data center operations and AI infrastructure
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in finance and program management.
- Networking opportunities across Equinix’s veteran and emerging talent communities
- Potential for full-time employment post-SkillBridge
Skillbridge Internship positions are open to active duty and/or transitioning military members. Compensation or pay for this role is made through the service member's current enlistment contract based on pay guidelines set by the Department of Defense (DoD).
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here.
This posting is a new position within our organization.
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Frame your credentials around infrastructure programs
Equinix Program Manager roles typically involve overseeing data center builds, network deployments, or enterprise customer onboarding. Tailor your resume to highlight cross-functional program delivery in technical environments, not just project coordination. PMP certification strengthens your candidacy significantly.
Target roles that require a specialty occupation degree
H-1B eligibility depends on the role qualifying as a specialty occupation. For Program Manager positions, a degree in computer science, engineering, or information systems is a stronger fit than a general business degree when USCIS reviews your petition.
Search open roles through Migrate Mate
Equinix posts Program Manager openings across multiple business units. Use Migrate Mate to filter for Equinix roles that actively support visa sponsorship, so you're not applying blind to positions where sponsorship isn't confirmed.
Ask about LCA timing before accepting an offer
Before your H-1B petition can be filed, your employer must get a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL. Ask your recruiter where that process stands so you understand the real start date for your employment.
Prepare a clear post-offer documentation checklist
Once Equinix extends an offer, their immigration team will need your passport, degree transcripts, and prior visa documents quickly. Having certified translations and credential evaluations ready in advance prevents delays in petition preparation.
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Find Program Manager at Equinix JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Equinix sponsor H-1B visas for Program Managers?
Yes, Equinix sponsors H-1B visas for Program Manager roles. The company has an established immigration program and works with external immigration counsel to file H-1B petitions for qualifying candidates. Your degree field matters: roles tied to technical program delivery in data center or network environments tend to have a cleaner path to H-1B approval than generalist management positions.
Which visa types does Equinix commonly sponsor for Program Manager roles?
Equinix sponsors H-1B visas for most Program Manager hires requiring work authorization. The company also supports F-1 OPT and CPT for students transitioning into full-time roles, and TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying occupations. For longer-term pathways, Equinix has sponsored Green Card applications through EB-2 and EB-3 PERM labor certification for employees in this function.
What qualifications does Equinix expect for Program Manager roles?
Equinix typically looks for a bachelor's degree in a technical or business-adjacent field, though roles involving infrastructure or network programs often prefer engineering or computer science backgrounds. Several years of program or project management experience in a technology environment is standard. Familiarity with data center operations, cloud platforms, or enterprise customer delivery strengthens your profile considerably.
How do I apply for Program Manager jobs at Equinix?
You can find and apply for Program Manager positions at Equinix through Migrate Mate, which filters for roles that support visa sponsorship so you know upfront whether the position is open to candidates who need it. Applications go through Equinix's own hiring system. Roles are spread across multiple business units, so search broadly across categories like infrastructure, customer success, and product delivery.
How do I plan my timeline if I need H-1B sponsorship at Equinix?
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed once a year, with USCIS opening registration in March and employment starting no earlier than October 1. If you're starting a Program Manager role at Equinix on OPT, confirm your OPT end date covers the gap between your start date and your H-1B effective date. If your OPT expires before October 1, ask whether a STEM OPT extension applies to your situation.
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