Network Engineer,Infrastructure & Support Job Hillsboro area,Oregon USA,IT/Tech

Summary

Meta's Edge & Network Services (ENS) team is on the lookout for a skilled Network Engineer to tackle unique challenges and harness exciting opportunities while contributing to our mission of enhancing human connection through innovative technology. This is a global role that allows you to work with advanced data center network infrastructure technologies and collaborate with talented engineers to solve some of the industry’s most intricate problems.

We’re searching for someone with solid experience in cable infrastructure and fiber connectivity solutions, including hands‑on work in data center build‑out. If you have a passion for innovation and improving processes through coding and automation, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Support all phases of data center construction and network deployment, including greenfield sites, collocation build‑outs, and retrofits.

Collaborate with network engineering, data center design, and connectivity teams to create network infrastructure design packages for deployment.

Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for physical infrastructure, focusing on the design and deployment of building management systems (BMS) and controls networks.

Work closely with software teams to ensure that our Fiber Infrastructure Management tool accurately represents network design and tracks any changes.

Perform logical network bootstrapping to keep our internal tools aligned with network hardware and circuits.

Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, partners, and vendors.

Lead strategic initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and innovation within our data center build processes to speed up network infrastructure delivery.

Conduct site visits and collaborate with construction teams and contractors to ensure cabling infrastructure meets Meta standards.

Influence future data center and network design iterations for seamless infrastructure integration and scalability.

Maintain technical references, processes, and training documentation.

Develop automation tools to enhance consistency and efficiency in network design, deployment, and operations.

Oversee a vendor field team to ensure engagement and successful achievement of construction milestones.

Willingness to travel 25% to 40% of the time based on project needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
8‑10+ years of experience in designing and deploying large‑scale data center network infrastructure.
Strong knowledge of structured cabling and fiber optic infrastructure, including design and installation best practices and industry standards.
Thorough understanding of data center design, construction, and commissioning processes.
Experience in leading cross‑functional teams to drive large‑scale data center projects.
Proven track record of problem‑solving, strategic direction‑setting, and tactical execution.
Familiarity with internet networking technologies (TCP/IP, routing, switching) and optical transport technologies.
Understanding of enterprise and provider‑level network hardware platforms (IP + Optical).
Strong organizational, multitasking, prioritization, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Proven experience leading and managing technical teams.
Experience with on‑site construction teams and managing contractor/vendor relationships.
Knowledge of data center facilities management using building management and automation systems.
In‑depth expertise in inside/outside plant cable design and dark fiber builds.
Experience working on global teams in a matrixed environment with minimal supervision.
Certification in data center design or relevant telecommunications fields.
2+ years of programming experience in languages such as Python, C++, or Go.
Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to enhance workflows and achieve measurable impacts.
Experience with responsible AI practices and ongoing AI skill development.

Public Compensation

$162,000/year to $227,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Industry

Internet

Equal Opportunity

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

Meta participates in the E‑Verify program as required by law. If you need assistance or accommodations due to a disability during our recruiting process, please let us know.

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Network Engineer, Infrastructure & Support