When you ask someone to think about data centers, technology like cloud infrastructure or rooms of servers may be the first things that come to mind. But at Equinix, the real story is about the people powering our data centers: our designers, engineers, project managers, sustainability experts and business leaders.
That’s why the Inside Data Centre Podcast invited the Equinix’s Global Design and Construction (GDC) team onto the show for a special series to share their experiences, career journeys and perspectives. This team sits at the heart of how Equinix designs, builds and delivers data centers around the world. Their work shapes not only our facilities but also our culture.
Hosted by Andy Davis, the Inside Data Centre Podcast is dedicated to exploring the people, projects and ideas shaping the data center industry. This special series offers a behind‑the‑scenes look at what it’s like to work at Equinix. Across three episodes, our people share their insights on collaboration, leadership, sustainability and what makes working in data centers both challenging and rewarding.
If you’re curious about a career in this industry or wonder what working at Equinix is really like, these conversations are a great place to start.
Episode 1: Building Together: Collaboration at Equinix
In the first episode of this series, Andy is joined by Equinix’s Hayley Godlieb, Senior Construction Project Manager; Tomi Anyanwu, Director of Design Delivery; and Claire Cullen, Director of Commercial Management.
Together, they share what it takes to deliver large‑scale data center projects across regions and time zones. The conversation highlights how teams across design, construction and commercial functions collaborate closely, break down silos, and rely on trust and communication to deliver consistently at scale.
They also reflect on their career paths into the data center industry and discuss how Equinix supports onboarding, mentorship and continuous learning, which are all crucial in a global, fast‑moving environment.
What you’ll take away: a clear picture of how collaboration works in practice at Equinix as well as how diverse perspectives and teamwork shape everyday work across global projects.
Episode 2: Rethinking water in the data centre industry
The series’ second episode shifts the focus to sustainability, one of the most critical challenges facing the data center industry today.
Andy speaks with Alex Setmajer, Sustainability Manager at Equinix, to give listeners an inside view of how responsible water use is embedded in Equinix’s data center design and operation. Alex explains how water considerations influence site selection, cooling strategies and long‑term planning, as well as how Equinix works closely with local communities to make informed decisions.
Going beyond theory, the episode explores real‑world trade‑offs and decisions to offer a grounded look at how sustainability expertise directly shapes outcomes.
What you’ll take away: an understanding of how sustainability roles at Equinix provide real ownership and impact in addition to how environmental responsibility is built into day‑to‑day decision‑making.
Episode 3: Pursuing Excellence Together
This third episode looks at the people side of performance. Andy is joined by Equinix’s Andrew Higgins, Senior Director of Global Master Planning and Sustainability, and Matt Brown, Senior Director of Design Delivery, for a conversation about how Equinix builds and sustains high‑performance teams across a global organization.
They discuss leadership, wellbeing and mentorship as well as why creating space for growth and career mobility is essential in a fast‑growing industry. The episode also highlights how people‑first leadership is ingrained into Equinix’s ways of working, even while teams are delivering complex projects at pace.
What you’ll take away: insights into how Equinix supports long‑term career growth, values wellbeing and invests in leaders who put people at the center of performance.
Careers at Equinix: more than data centers
Across all three episodes, you’ll hear one clear message: Careers in data centers are about people.
At Equinix, you’ll find:
· Global opportunities across design, construction, sustainability, engineering and operations
· A collaborative, inclusive culture built on trust and respect
· Leaders who invest in development, mentorship and wellbeing
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