Workplace Experience Manager

Join a multibillion-dollar global company that brings together amazing technology, people, and operational scale to become a powerhouse in the memory industry. Headquartered in Rancho Cordova, California, Solidigm combines elements of an established, successful technology company with the spirit, agility, and entrepreneurial mindset of a start-up. In addition to the U.S. headquarters and other facilities in the U.S., the company has international presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Solidigm will continue to lead the world in innovating new Memory technologies with aspirations to be the #1 NAND memory company in the world. At Solidigm, we view problems as opportunities to define innovative solutions that hold the power to change the world and unleash the potential technological needs that the future holds. At Solidigm, we are One Team that fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that embraces individual uniqueness and empowers us to bring our best selves to deliver excellence in support of Solidigm's vision and mission to be the go-to partner for optimized data storage solutions. You can be part of the takeoff of an innovative business that develops cutting-edge products, delivers strong business value for customers, provides an engaging workplace for its employees, and serves a greater impact on the world. This is a golden opportunity for the right applicant to join us and help design, build, and lead Solidigm. We want a diverse team of dedicated professionals who will not just be Solidigm team members but contribute to how we shape the future of the organization. We are seeking applicants who will grow and thrive in our culture; be customer inspired, trusting, innovative, team-oriented, inclusive, results driven, collaborative, passionate, and flexible.

The Manager of Workplace Experience directly supports the Workplace Experience Director in developing and executing the company’s global workplace strategy, ensuring workplaces support team member engagement, operational excellence, and organizational culture. This role leads workplace planning, corporate real estate initiatives, team member experience programs, workplace technology integration, and capital improvement projects across multiple locations. The Manager partners with executive leadership, Real Estate, Facilities, HR, IT, Finance, EHS, and external service providers to create innovative, high-performing workplace environments that enhance collaboration, productivity, and team members’ well-being. This position oversees workplace operations, site activations, office and lab fit-ups and expansions, workplace design standards, and strategic planning initiatives that support the organization’s evolving business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Workplace Strategy & Planning

• Develop and lead the global workplace experience strategy.
• Establish workplace standards, space planning guidelines, and occupancy strategies.
• Drive workplace transformation programs that support hybrid work and in-office engagement.
• Analyze utilization, team member feedback, and workplace metrics to inform strategic decisions.

Real Estate & Capital Projects

• Lead workplace planning for office and lab expansions, consolidations, renovations, and relocations.
• Partner with Corporate Real Estate on lease evaluations, site selection, and portfolio planning.
• Oversee workplace design, furniture standards, signage programs, and amenity enhancements.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and aligned with company objectives.

Team Member Experience and Culture

• Develop workplace programs that create meaningful team member experiences.
• Lead workplace activations, engagement initiatives, and community-building events.
• Champion team member feedback processes and continuous workplace improvements.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee workplace operations, vendor management, and service delivery standards.
• Establish KPIs and dashboards for workplace performance, utilization, and team member satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with ADA, life safety, security, EHS, and corporate governance requirements.
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies across workplace programs.

Financial & Vendor Management

• Develop and manage workplace operating and capital budgets.
• Lead contract negotiations and vendor performance management.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service excellence.
• Manage forecasting, reporting, and financial planning for workplace initiatives.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with executive leaders and business stakeholders to align priorities and advance workplace initiatives.
• Support the Corporate Services Director by translating priorities into executable plans, coordinating cross-functional delivery, and providing timely recommendations, reporting, and escalation support.
• Influence organizational decisions related to workplace strategy and team member experience.
• Serve as the workplace subject matter expert for leadership and key stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Facilities Management, Architecture, Interior Design, Real Estate, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 8–12 years of progressive experience in workplace experience, corporate services, facilities, corporate real estate, or workplace strategy.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and workplace programs.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale workplace projects and strategic initiatives.
• Experience managing capital and operating budgets.
• Strong understanding of workplace design, space planning, and occupancy management.
• Excellent executive communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive organizational alignment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting global office and lab portfolios.
• Semiconductor, technology, or manufacturing industry experience.
• Knowledge of workplace analytics, utilization platforms, and smart building technologies.
• Professional certification such as PMP, LEED AP, IFMA FMP, IFMA SFP, NCIDQ, or Certified Facility Manager (CFM).
• Experience implementing AI-enabled workplace technologies and team member experience platforms.

This position is also eligible to participate in Solidigm's restricted stock unit (RSU), restricted cash unit (RCU), and cash bonus programs. In addition, Solidigm offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, supplemental life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a company match on eligible 401(k) plan contributions.

The compensation range for this role is $101,040 - $161,700. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

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