[Remote] Network Engineer, Foundation & Support

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Meta is hiring a Network Engineer for its Edge & Network Services team. The role supports data center construction and network deployment, develops infrastructure designs and automation, and works with cross-functional teams and vendors to improve network delivery and operations.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of data center construction and network deployment including new greenfield sites, collocation build outs, and retrofits
• Collaborate with network engineering, data center design, and data center connectivity teams to generate network infrastructure design packages and solutions for the deployment teams
• Be a subject matter expert (SME) for the physical infrastructure and design and deployment of the building management system (BMS) and controls network and other general services networks in the data center
• Partner with our software teams to ensure our Fiber Infrastructure Management tool accurately reflects network infrastructure design intent and captures any infrastructure changes
• Perform logical network bootstrapping functions to ensure our internal tools reflect network hardware and circuits
• Build and nurture business relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and vendors
• Lead and drive strategic initiatives focused on enhancing efficiency, innovation, and standardization within our data center build processes to accelerate the delivery of network infrastructure
• Perform site visits and work cross-functionally with construction, design architects, and contractors to validate cabling infrastructure and network builds according to Meta standards
• Influence future iterations of data center and network designs to ensure seamless integration of new infrastructure and enable scalability
• Maintain technical reference, process, and training documentation
• Develop automation and tooling to drive consistency and efficiency in all aspects of network design, deployment, and operations
• Strategically oversee a vendor field team, ensuring their engagement and successful delivery of data center construction milestones
• 25% to 40% of travel required based on project demand

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• 8-10+ years of work experience with designing and deploying large-scale data center network infrastructure
• Demonstrated knowledge of structured cabling and fiber optic infrastructure including design and installation best practices, industry standards, application and limitations
• Knowledge of the data center design, construction, and start up/commissioning processes
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving large-scale data center projects
• Track record of solving problems, setting strategic direction, and executing tactically
• Working knowledge of internet networking technologies (TCP/IP, routing, switching) and optical transport technologies
• Knowledge of enterprise and provider level network hardware platforms (IP + Optical)
• Organizational, multitasking, prioritization and communication experience
• Experience leading and managing technical teams
• Experience working with on-site construction teams and managing contractor and vendor relationships
• Knowledge of data center facilities management using building management and automation systems
• In-depth experience of inside/outside plant cable design and dark fiber builds
• Experience working on a global team in a matrixed environment with limited supervision
• Data center design or relevant telecommunications certifications
• 2+ years of programming experience in at least one language such as Python/C++/Go or other languages
• Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
• Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
• Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies

Benefits

• Remote work in the United States

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