Lease Connectivity Engineer, Data Center Infrastructure

Meta is seeking a Lease Connectivity Engineer to support the development and delivery of network connectivity infrastructure across Meta's leased data center portfolio. In this role, you will serve as the primary technical and project owner responsible for ensuring that leased colocation and third-party data center facilities meet Meta's connectivity standards from site selection through production turnover. You will work at the intersection of real estate, network engineering, and construction to evaluate, design, and deliver the physical and logical connectivity solutions that underpin Meta's global infrastructure at scale.
Lease Connectivity Engineer, Data Center Infrastructure Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end connectivity project delivery for leased data center sites, managing scope, schedule, and budget from initial site assessment through operational handoff
Evaluate prospective leased facilities for connectivity feasibility, including fiber entry points, carrier diversity, meet-me room capacity, and compliance with Meta's network infrastructure standards
Coordinate with landlords, colocation providers, and carriers to negotiate and execute connectivity agreements, ensuring alignment with Meta's technical and operational requirements
Develop and maintain detailed project plans for outside plant and inside plant connectivity deployments at leased sites, tracking milestones and communicating risks to cross-functional stakeholders
Serve as the technical point of contact for structured cabling, fiber optic infrastructure, and carrier interconnection activities at leased facilities, including scope clarification and design review
Conduct site inspections and quality assurance reviews to validate that physical connectivity installations meet Meta's specifications, local code requirements, and industry standards
Partner with network engineering, real estate, and construction teams to resolve in-field design gaps, manage change order requests, and ensure accurate as-built documentation
Track and report project progress, budget forecasts, and risk status to internal stakeholders and leadership, ensuring timely escalation of issues that may impact site readiness
Collaborate with logistics, vendor, and supplier partners to coordinate material procurement and delivery schedules that support on-time connectivity activation at leased sites
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of connectivity standards, installation procedures, and lessons-learned documentation applicable across the leased data center portfolio
Travel - Position is remote and will require a minimum of 50% travel
Minimum Qualifications:
6+ years of experience in connectivity engineering, telecommunications infrastructure, or data center project management within leased or colocation environments
Experience evaluating and delivering fiber optic and structured cabling infrastructure, including outside plant and inside plant deployments
Experience coordinating with carriers, colocation providers, or landlords to deliver network connectivity solutions in mission-critical facilities
Experience managing cross-functional projects involving real estate, network engineering, and construction stakeholders from initiation through operational turnover
Experience with fiber optic testing methodologies, including OTDR and OLTS, and interpreting test results to validate installation quality
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with data center infrastructure standards such as TIA-942, BICSI, or equivalent frameworks as applied to colocation and leased facility environments
Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize project workflows, improve reporting accuracy, or drive measurable efficiency gains in infrastructure delivery
Experience using project management or scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project to manage complex, multi-site connectivity programs
Experience with carrier interconnection processes, including dark fiber procurement, meet-me room coordination, and diverse entry path validation at leased data center sites
About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$123,000/year to $176,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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