Principal Specialist Network Design

Your role at a glance Reporting to Senior Manager of GDC Network Design, the Principal Specialist Network Design will be responsible for supporting centralized, harmonization, end-to-end service ownership and management of Network connectivity and Design for GDC with a particular focus on JAPAC & India regions in-line with OPR & GRD, overseeing the preparation of basic communications infrastructure architectural documents pertaining to our GDC new construction projects.

About Data centers

• Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world.
• With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects.
• Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.
• We understand that every business – large and small – has its own unique needs and goals.

Responsibilities

• This effort entails coordination between Product, Operations, NTT Design and Construction Managers, sales and commercial, client fit-out and external consultants to leverage subject matter Expertise across all GDC INDIA & JAPAC regions, ensuring that local, regional, and global codes and standards are applied to designs and design specifications, minimising lead-time, costs and ensuring high levels of client experience.
• What we are looking for Key Responsibilities: Accountability to Snr Manager of GDC Networks Design for network design projects across JAPAC & INDIA in line with GRD, OPR and design standards.
• Undertake network due diligence for new GDC sites, defining providers and budget.
• Oversees and manage the provisioning of telecommunications services for JAPAC & INDIA new site services, modifications, and upgrades.
• Ensure builds meet product, IT & client and regulatory requirements across JAPAC & INDIA.
• Develops and refines documentation, policies, procedures, and methodologies in alignment with the service ownership blueprint.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across GDC to proactively evolve site infrastructure, aiming for cost and lead-time reduction and client service improvement.
• Defines specifications for products and services utilized by NTT GDC for structured cabling and passive infrastructure, IT Room, CAR, MUA, POE, MMR, duct and tray.
• Utilize Visio, Bluebeam, or Bim360 models to produce infrastructure design and build plans.
• Identify, harmonize, and centralize all as-built documentation in collaboration with the wider GDC team.
• Plans, organizes, supervises, and manages IT Infrastructure projects and activities in JAPAC & INDIA.

Requirements

• Ability to combine business requirements and best practices to architect for an infrastructure solution that supports a cost effective & resilient design.
• Motivational and inspirational leader with superior Decision-making skills and assertiveness.
• Planning and project management concepts, establishing, organizing and running meetings and working groups.
• Ability to take comprehensive notes and communicate projects, tasks and status to teams and management both written and verbally.
• Developing and executing strategic policies when selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Proficient both spoken and written in Japanese and English.
• Successfully completed university degree (Master’s or equivalent Diploma).
• Completed technical studies or training as IT specialist with a focus on Layer 1 passive network connectivity and system integration or comparable qualification.
• Design, Installation, and Commissioning of passive assets (duct, fibre, CAR, CMMR, and structured cabling).
• Possesses a minimum of 6 years of management and hands-on experience, along with extensive knowledge in the data center or telecommunications passive physical infrastructure environment.
• Proficiency in the use of Visio, AutoCad, CRM or other design platforms.
• Management and budget experience.
• Completion of work during local business hours, willingness to support meeting in different time zones.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically as required.
• Ability to work remotely with a reliable and stable internet connection.

Physical Requirements

Remain stationery for long periods of time. Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment.

Work Conditions & Other Requirements

Who we are As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions.

We offer local-to-global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI-ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.