Rotational Development Program - Tech Track

Position: QTS Rotational Development Program - Tech Track

Who We Are:

It's pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation.

As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.

QTS is Powered by People
. People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.

Who You Are & The Impact

You Will Have:

The Rotational Development Program is designed to prepare high potential candidates to take on roles at QTS leading teams, functions, and/or P&Ls. The technology track of the program is a 9 to 18-month program during which participating Project Managers (PMs) will go through 4 rotations:
1. Data Center Facilities Tech, 2. Product Development & Delivery, 3. Security Operations, and 4. Tech Operations. The PM’s responsibility in each rotation is to develop a solid understanding of the functional area, lead projects, and provide general support to the team they are embedded in. Throughout the program, QTS leadership will work with the participant to identify a role in the technology operations branch that matches their interests, skill set, and QTS needs.

What You Will Do:

• Lead process improvement initiatives and provide project management support in critical areas of QTS Technology operations.
• Develop solid understanding of the data center industry, QTS product offering, and QTS operating model.
• Balance assigned/directed tasks with self-identified project opportunities.
• Form and manage cross-functional project teams to achieve objectives.
• Regularly present findings to various levels of QTS leadership.
• Travel between corporate hubs up to 25% in Suwanee, GA;
  Ashburn, VA;
  Overland Park, KS

What You Will Need to be Successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, Finance, or Economics.
• Four or more years of professional experience.
• Superior people skills – must be able to work effectively with multiple business groups and levels seniority.
• US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts

Nice to Have:

• Advanced degree (technical Master’s degree or MBA).
• Seven or more years of professional experience.
• Two or more years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in technology or security sectors.
• Process Improvement Certifications (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Management consulting experience.
• Geographic flexibility within two years.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong initiative and creativity.
• An enthusiastic attitude in a team environment and ability to work independently.
• Comfort teaming with all levels of an organization, including presenting to senior executives.

The Perks (and these are just a few!):

• QRest Sabbatical
• Employee Stock Purchase
• QTS scholarship for dependents
• Eagle Club award trip eligibility
• Paid volunteer days
• Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

Total Rewards

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; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

This position is Bonus eligible.

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