Director, Process Architecture

About Edged Data Centers Edged is a fast-growing provider of sustainable data centers and energy infrastructure. The company builds and operates a global network of ultra-efficient, AI-ready data centers with waterless cooling for colocation, hyperscale and build-to-suit customers. The highly differentiated infrastructure platform is the first large-scale, global deployment of waterless cooling platform-wide and transforms data center growth into a catalyst for sustainable development. Edged is backed by a deep proprietary technology stack that will include renewable microgrid systems, ultra-clean generators, and waste-to-fuel solutions. The platform is designed for rapid deployment with more than a dozen new data centers operating or under construction across Europe and North America and a gigawatt-scale project pipeline.

The North American division of Edged is a joint venture between one of the largest private multinational corporations in the world and an affiliate of Endeavour. Endeavour is a purpose-driven organization helping innovators to develop and launch breakthrough solutions for global challenges in the areas of energy, water, and waste. Endeavour companies are made up of passionate change-makers who want to leave the world better than the way we found it. Today, Endeavour is deploying solutions that are immediately scalable and deliver both high financial returns and positive impact, including EV charging, waterless data center cooling, and advanced energy systems.

Key Responsibilities

Include but are not limited to:

Develop and Evolve Business Process Architecture

• Design & maintain business process architecture to optimize abilities of people and systems
• Maintain a holistic view of the firm’s processes and incorporate effective change management principles to align business strategy with operational execution across the data center lifecycle (e.g. development, leasing, operations, etc.)
• Map key business capabilities & functions, identifying areas for integration, optimization, and innovation

Process Design & Optimization

• Lead the development of complex cross-functional processes that span departments such as real estate, construction, sales, legal, finance, and operations
• Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline workflows, reduce manual interventions, and enable automation where possible

Prioritization of Functional Focus Areas

• Identify and prioritize key functional domains based on business value, risk, and readiness
• Create and maintain a roadmap for enterprise-wide process and capability enhancements

Change Management

• Champion organizational change by articulating the value of new business processes, capabilities, and technology enablers
• Develop and execute change management strategies to support adoption of new processes, systems, and roles

Technology Alignment & Collaboration

• Partner with IT development and architecture teams to ensure business requirements are translated effectively into technical solutions
• Provide input into system design, integration efforts, and data architecture to support end-state business goals

Data and Key Performance Indicators

• Understand and define high-level key performance indicators to illustrate continuous improvement within Edged
• Understand reporting and analytics requirements for executive and operational decision-making
• Work with IT teams to ensure alignment between business reporting needs

Skills & Requirements Education / Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field; MBA or relevant graduate degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in business architecture, enterprise architecture, or strategic operations within complex organizations
• Experience in the data center industry or broader critical infrastructure sectors preferred
• Proven ability to drive change and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Strong background in process mapping, process maturity models, and business transformation
• Experience collaborating with IT to select, architect and implement technical solutions
• Deep understanding of the development, design and interconnected nature of cross functional business processes in a high-growth, matrixed environment
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and business capability modeling
• Familiarity with change management methodologies (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR) and organizational change best practices
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Experience with ERP, CRM, and Construction Management platforms

Specific Skills / Abilities

• Expertise in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Familiarity with change management frameworks (Prosci, ADKAR, etc.)
• Proficiency with process mapping tools, Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting platforms (Power BI or similar is a plus)
• Skilled in developing strategies and roadmaps for process optimization and automation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, in a fast-paced environment, across geographically distributed teams
• Skilled in bringing large, cross-functional teams to consensus in alignment with strategic objectives
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to drive initiatives
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent time-management and team delegation and leadership skills.
• High proficiency, executive-level, written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

EEO Statement:

Edged is an equal opportunities employer. We believe in ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for all. We assess candidate qualifications and make recruiting decisions based on the experience, capabilities and skills you share with us in your application and applicable materials. Hiring and employment decisions within Edged are not based on religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Total Rewards Statement:

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; PTO; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, location, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

Great Place to Work Enjoy…

• A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation.
• A flexible, autonomous work environment.
• A culture of respect, learning, and excellence.
• Experienced, highly talented experts as team peers.
• Growth and travel opportunities.
• A team of change-makers having a significant impact on people and the planet.

Contact: edcrecruiting@edged.us