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Director, AI Infrastructure Technology Strategy

Spectrum

Director, AI Infrastructure Technology Strategy

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Phoenix, AZ, USA

In-Office

Senior level

Information Technology • Internet of Things • Mobile • On-Demand • Software

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The Role

Leads AI infrastructure technology strategy by translating customer roadmaps into network architecture, capacity, interconnection, investment, and infrastructure strategies. Advises executives and customers on DCI, optical networking, dark fiber, IRUs, and advanced transport. Shapes hyperscaler and data center opportunities, aligns ecosystem partners and internal teams, influences capital priorities, and ensures strategic technical continuity through sales engineering handoffs. Requires extensive network architecture and fiber infrastructure experience, executive influence, and up to 50% travel.

Summary Generated by Built In

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Do you thrive at the intersection of advanced technology and executive influence? Spectrum seeks a forward-thinking leader to drive AI infrastructure strategy, engage key stakeholders and guide the evolution of our network solutions. In this pivotal role, you'll connect customer vision to innovative architecture, ensuring Spectrum's AI Infrastructure business delivers lasting impact.
How You'll Make an Impact

Lead high-level technical discussions with senior executives and customers, representing Spectrum's infrastructure vision
Translate multi-year customer roadmaps into actionable network, capacity, interconnection and investment strategies
Identify and shape opportunities before formal proposals, strengthening technical confidence and supporting business growth
Develop customer-driven strategies for DCI, optical networking, dark fiber, IRUs and advanced transport solutions
Collaborate with Strategic Ecosystem Partners to anticipate emerging requirements and priority markets
Aggregate customer demand to influence backbone, capacity and capital priorities, including shared and third-party infrastructure models
Serve as senior technical advisor, converting complex needs into clear Spectrum strategies and ensuring technical continuity throughout pursuits
Guide alignment across internal teams, documenting strategic architecture and business requirements for seamless handoff to Sales Engineering

Working Conditions

Office environment
Travel up to 50%
Exposure to moderate noise levels

What You'll Bring to Spectrum
Required Qualifications
Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Experience

8+ years in network architecture, technical strategy, solutions engineering or customer-facing infrastructure consulting
5+ years of cross-functional leadership and executive influence
5+ years supporting fiber infrastructure, dark fiber, IRU or capital-intensive network programs

Skills

Expert knowledge of IP, DCI, optical and DWDM networking, wavelength services, dark fiber, IRUs, advanced transport, peering and interconnection
Executive presence with ability to lead consultative discussions with senior technical and business stakeholders
Ability to translate customer roadmaps and market intelligence into network architecture and investment strategy tied to business growth
Ability to influence and align complex teams without direct authority

Preferred Qualifications
Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications or Business Administration

Experience

3+ years supporting Hyperscaler, Neocloud or large data center infrastructure programs

Skills

Experience shaping technical strategy and customer confidence for hyperscaler-scale or AI data center network opportunities
Experience evaluating corridor demand, co-build models and multi-year network capacity requirements

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Get to Know Us Spectrum is a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, the leading broadband and video company in the nation and the fastest growing mobile provider in its footprint, with services available to more than 70 million homes and small to large businesses across 45 states. When you join our team, you'll be keeping customers connected to Seamless Connectivity and Entertainment with Spectrum Internet®, Mobile, TV and Voice products.
Grow Your Career Here We're committed to growing a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve - providing opportunities for employment and advancement to all team members. Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.

Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related technical field, or equivalent education, training, and experience
8+ years of experience in network architecture, technical strategy, solutions engineering, or customer-facing infrastructure consulting
5+ years of cross-functional leadership and executive influence
5+ years supporting fiber infrastructure, dark fiber, IRU, or capital-intensive network programs
Expert knowledge of IP, DCI, optical and DWDM networking, wavelength services, dark fiber, IRUs, advanced transport, peering, and interconnection
Executive presence and ability to lead consultative discussions with senior technical and business stakeholders
Ability to translate customer roadmaps and market intelligence into network architecture and investment strategy tied to business growth
Ability to influence and align complex teams without direct authority
Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or Business Administration
3+ years supporting hyperscaler, neocloud, or large data center infrastructure programs
Experience shaping technical strategy and customer confidence for hyperscaler-scale or AI data center network opportunities
Experience evaluating corridor demand, co-build models, and multi-year network capacity requirements

What the Team is Saying

Spectrum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Retirement Support — The 401(k) program is described as dollar‑for‑dollar up to 6% of pay, with many roles also receiving an additional 3% employer retirement contribution. Feedback suggests this creates a notably strong foundation for long‑term savings.
Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is paired with health accounts and mental‑health resources, with up to $1,500 funded into a healthcare account for some national plans. Company materials also indicate efforts to keep employee premiums stable over time.
Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (six weeks for parents, 14 weeks for birth mothers), fertility benefits, and up to $15,000 for adoption/surrogacy reimbursement are highlighted. These offerings indicate meaningful support for family building and caregiving needs.

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HQ: Stamford, CT

100,000 Employees

Year Founded: 1993

What We Do

At Spectrum, our Product & Technology teams build the platforms and tools that power seamless connectivity and entertainment across Internet, WiFi, Video, Mobile and Voice. Supporting more than 500 million devices, we’re transforming the next era of connected experiences with some of the fastest, most reliable and advanced services in the nation. It’s an unmatched environment for designers, architects, engineers, developers, operators and data scientists to grow their careers, solve complex challenges and collaborate to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Join us to help deliver what’s next.

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At Spectrum, we continually refine technology, process, and structure. We are committed to delivering a superior network infrastructure, the most competitive products, and highly rated customer experiences. Our talented team of experts deploys technology solutions and builds systems and tools for our employees to provide exceptional operations.