Sr. Manager, Network Engineering – Data Centers
About The Position
SB Energy is a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares, focused on providing reliable, affordable energy at scale. Headquartered in Redwood City, CA, SB Energy develops, builds, owns & operates large-scale energy and data center infrastructure projects across the United States. The company utilizes a culture of innovation and an AI-based digital platform to deliver local, reliable energy infrastructure matched to load. This role will lead the development and implementation of network and telecommunications infrastructure standards across SB Energy's data center portfolio, providing technical leadership for AI-focused data center campuses. The successful candidate will collaborate with various internal teams and external partners to deliver scalable, reliable, and cost-effective network infrastructure for hyperscale AI deployments.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related technical discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in network engineering, telecommunications infrastructure, or data center design.
- Experience designing and deploying large-scale fiber optic and telecommunications systems.
- Strong understanding of structured cabling, carrier networks, optical transport systems, and network resiliency strategies.
- Experience managing engineering consultants and cross-functional project teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel as required.
Nice To Haves
- Profession Engineer (PE) License.
- Experience supporting hyperscale, cloud, AI, or high-performance computing environments.
- Experience with campus-scale fiber networks, carrier interconnection facilities, and network infrastructure for mission-critical facilities.
- Knowledge of BICSI, ANSI/TIA, IEEE, and telecommunications industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain network and telecommunications design standards for data center campuses.
- Lead design and engineering efforts for campus fiber networks, carrier interconnections, structured cabling systems, and telecommunications facilities.
- Establish requirements for network resiliency, scalability, maintainability, and operational readiness.
- Support site selection and due diligence activities related to carrier access, fiber availability, and network infrastructure.
- Manage external engineering consultants, contractors, and technology vendors.
- Review engineering deliverables, construction documents, technical specifications, and commissioning plans.
- Partner with customer teams to incorporate networking and connectivity requirements into campus designs.
- Support construction, testing, commissioning, and turnover activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve design standards, reduce costs, and accelerate project delivery.
- Evaluate emerging networking technologies and industry trends to support future AI infrastructure requirements.
Benefits
- 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
- 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
- Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
- Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
- Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
- Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
- Device Purchase Support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
