Manager, Data Center Network Deployment & Support

Meta•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

Meta is hiring a Data Center Network Deployment & Support Manager to lead the deployment of hyperscale data centers. This central role leads a team of network engineers and coordinates with partners, vendors, and managed service providers to ensure timely project completion. The manager will build and scale the team, focusing on ownership, speed, quality, and efficiency. Responsibilities include hands-on technical contributions, including design, deployment, and troubleshooting, demonstrating domain expertise and technical impact.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in network engineering in large-scale data center network deployment, including hands-on responsibility for planning, building, or migrating production networks
3+ years of direct people management experience leading network engineers responsible for Data Center network deployment and operations
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Math, Physics, Networking, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)
Hands-on experience with Data Center switching, routing, and dedicated network topologies (“AI Zones”) for backend GPU communication
Proven experience leading and executing network deployment and migration projects
A proven track record in partnering with cross-functional teams and directly managing large-scale projects
Technical expertise in data center, enterprise, or service provider network infrastructure
Communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of data center design and operational best practices
Experience with process improvement and systems development, leveraging automation to streamline repetitive workflows

Nice To Haves

7+ years of direct people management experience
Experience in large-scale network platforms designed for massive scale, high bandwidth, and ultra-low latency
Familiar with Packet-based switching, optimized for AI traffic
Knowledge of various scripting languages and/or programming languages principals

Responsibilities

Manage the deployment, configuration, and ongoing support of large-scale network infrastructure across data centers and global regions
Act as the escalation point for technical issues, providing hands-on support and guidance to resolve complex problems swiftly
Develop and maintain relationships with partner teams, vendors, and managed service providers
Collaborate with engineering, data center, backbone, AI, and equipment vendors to integrate new technologies and drive innovation
Ensure project timelines for network turn-ups and ensure that milestones are met
Distribute the deployment workload among team members based on projections, OKRs, and metrics across skill sets and priorities
Ensure that standard operating procedures (MOPs, runbooks) are consistently followed
Contribute to the standardization and best practices of design, testing, and implementation of scalable network solutions
Lead by example and build team chemistry across regions to ensure alignment with organizational priorities
Provide mentorship, coaching, and career development to team members