Director, Facilities Management

It's an exciting time to be ed a Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2025 & 2026, Great Place to Work-Certified in five countries, and Cigna Healthy Workforce honors three years running - and what we build is world-class: recognized as Cybersec Asia's Best in Critical Infrastructure 2024 - evidence that when first-class technology meets empowered talent, remarkable careers take shape.

Infoblox is the leader in cloud-first networking and security services. Our solutions empower organizations to take full advantage of the cloud to deliver network experiences that are inherently simple, scalable, and reliable for everyone. Infoblox customers are among the largest enterprises in the world and include 70% of the Fortune 500, 93% of the Fortune 100, and our success depends on bright, energetic, talented people who share a passion for building the next generation of networking technologies and having fun along the way.

We are looking for a Director of Facilities and Events Planning to join our People and Places team in Santa Clara, CA, reporting to the Sr. Director HR Operations. In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and operational excellence in managing our global facilities and event initiatives. This position is pivotal in driving a positive, engaging office experience for employees in a hybrid work environment, ensuring seamless collaboration with executive staff, and leading site expansion efforts globally.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of executing impactful workplace strategies, improving employee engagement through thoughtful office design and events, and leveraging data-driven decision-making to enhance workplace operations.

You're the ideal candidate if you are a results-driven leader with a strong bias for action, comfortable communicating with executives, thrive in hybrid work models, and excel at collaboration across diverse teams at all levels. You possess exceptional organizational skills, are proactive in solving complex challenges, and demonstrate a commitment to fostering an engaging and inclusive workplace culture. Position will be onsite in our Santa Clara, Tacoma and/or Burnaby Office.

What you'll do:

* Develop and execute strategic plans for global facilities operations and events to support company growth

* Lead site expansion efforts globally, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with organizational goals

* Collaborate with executive staff and key stakeholders to align workplace initiatives with business objectives

* Design and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement in hybrid work environments

* Oversee day-to-day facilities operations, ensuring high-quality service and support for all employees

* Manage vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective and efficient service delivery

* Utilize data and analytics to measure facility performance, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement

* Develop and manage budgets for facilities and events

* Partner with HR and Communications teams to design and execute engaging company-wide events

* Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards

What you'll bring:

* At least 10 years of experience in facilities management, workplace services, or related fields

* Proven track record of leading site expansions and delivering complex projects on time and within budget

* Strong leadership and executive presence with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization

* Experience working in a hybrid work model and implementing strategies to support employee engagement in this environment

* Data-driven mindset with experience leveraging metrics to improve processes and decision-making

* Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

* Ability to build trusted relationships with key stakeholders, including executive staff

* Experience managing large budgets and negotiating vendor contracts

What success looks like:

After six months, you will...

* Have developed a comprehensive roadmap for global site expansion with clear milestones and timelines

* Established strong partnerships with executive staff, HR, and Communications to align workplace initiatives with company goals

* Implemented data-driven strategies to enhance hybrid workplace engagement and collaboration

After about a year, you will...

* Successfully complete key phases of global site expansion

* Develop and implement a long-term facilities strategy that supports the company's growth trajectory

* Establish Infoblox as a workplace of choice by driving engaging events and cultivating a vibrant office culture

* Deliver measurable improvements in facilities performance and employee satisfaction through data-driven insights

We've got you covered:

Our holistic benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness-as well as a great work environment, employee programs, and company culture. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a…