Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses through social platforms like Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and immersive AR/VR experiences.
$133,000 - $190,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · AR/VR

Description For Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

Meta is seeking a Network Engineer to join their infrastructure team, focusing on deployment and support of one of the world's largest and most complex networks. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge network infrastructure, including optical, backbone, and edge network systems.

The position requires a blend of technical expertise in optical networks and strategic thinking. You'll be responsible for supporting build activities across North and South America, including design, configuration, and migration of large-scale production optical networks. The role involves working with state-of-the-art DWDM systems and requires hands-on experience with optical test equipment and troubleshooting.

As a Network Engineer at Meta, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and creative problem-solving. The ideal candidate should be comfortable challenging the status quo and implementing novel solutions to complex technical challenges. You'll work in a fast-paced environment where your ideas and contributions can directly impact the infrastructure supporting billions of users worldwide.

The role offers competitive compensation ($133,000-$190,000/year) plus bonus and equity, along with comprehensive benefits. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology in Meta's data centers, contributing to the company's mission of connecting people and building the future of social technology, including ventures into AR/VR and the metaverse.

This position requires occasional travel (10%) and offers the opportunity to work with global teams, making it perfect for someone who enjoys both technical challenges and cross-functional collaboration. The role is based in either Reston, VA or the San Francisco Bay Area, providing flexibility in location while being part of Meta's core infrastructure team.

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Responsibilities For Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

  • Support build activities including design, build, configuration, and migration in large-scale production optical network
  • Plan, schedule and perform complex optical and backbone network deployments and migrations
  • Maintain standards for all builds and design packages for metro, regional and long-haul DWDM rings/systems
  • Generate implementation plans and provide technical leadership during deployment activities
  • Review and maintain acceptance documents from vendors and subcontractors
  • Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting out-of-service or faulty circuits
  • Contribute to documentation, automation and processes
  • Drive problem management initiatives across multiple organizations
  • Support multiple stakeholder organizations
  • Help drive workflow management tooling requirements
  • Leverage data driven approach to influence business and network health metrics

Requirements For Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

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  • Demonstrated hands-on experience deploying and migrating optical networks
  • Experience with optical network design, installation and maintenance
  • Knowledge of optical theory, transport technologies and optical transport systems
  • Experience with field-based work in POPs, carrier hotels, data centers and Central Office environments
  • Experience with optical test equipment and optical troubleshooting
  • Experience creating rack elevations and documentation
  • Experience analyzing situations and resolving technical issues
  • Knowledge of data center design and operational best practices
  • Time management and organization experience
  • Experience working in a global team environment
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience

Benefits For Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • bonus
  • equity
  • benefits package

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