Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

Meta•Jeffersonville, IN

About The Position

Meta's Edge & Network Services team is actively looking for passionate people to help us tackle the unique set of challenges and opportunities we face, while contributing to our company mission of connecting the world. Our team is the execution arm of the Meta network team and is responsible for the deployment and support of all production networks (Edge, Backbone, Optical, and Datacenter) as well as our content delivery network across the globe. This truly global team offers a unique career opportunity to work with all of the latest network technologies and talented engineers solving some of the most complex problems in the industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Experience with leveraging AI to drive areas efficiencies for improved reliability, quality and speed of deployments
In depth 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

Nice To Haves

Experience leading and or managing technical teams
In-depth knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP,IS-IS,etc.)
Knowledge of network tooling and automation systems
In-depth knowledge of inside/outside plant cable design and dark fiber builds
Experience working on a global team in a matrixed environment with limited supervision
Experience working with on-site construction teams and managing contractor and vendor relationships
Data center design or relevant telecommunications certifications

Responsibilities

Participate in the design engineering and implementation of large-scale data center networks across multiple geographic locations
Research, develop & deploy numerous technologies and network topologies in order to evolve and scale our data centers and optimize deployments
Initiate and lead strategic initiatives driving efficiency, innovation, and standardization of our data centers
Work closely with cross-functional teams and external vendors to develop new features and influence the future of networking
Influence future iterations of data center and network designs to ensure seamless integration of new infrastructure
Actively participate in the New Product Introduction (NPI) process for network infrastructure
Partner with our software teams to develop and implement the tooling required to provision, manage, monitor and troubleshoot our networks
Work with network engineering, data center design, and data center connectivity teams to generate network infrastructure design packages for the deployment teams
Build and nurture business relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and vendors
Develop automation and tooling to drive consistency and efficiency in all aspects of network design, deployment, and operations
Perform site visits and work cross-functionally with construction, design architects, and contractors to validate cabling infrastructure and network builds according to Meta standards
Maintain technical reference, process, and training documentation
25% to 40% of travel required based on project demand