Meta
Network Development Manager
$107K–$159K
Menlo Park, CA · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Experience
- 2+ years negotiating commercial contracts in telecommunications, fiber infrastructure, or a related industry.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, a relevant technical field, Business, Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field (or equivalent practical experience). Degree must be completed prior to joining Meta.
About the job
Acquires and negotiates fiber capacity and related infrastructure agreements for Meta’s North American production network, from evaluating options through contract execution.
What you'll do
- Acquire dark fiber IRUs, leases, and colocation, ILA, and right-of-way space; negotiate commercial terms with providers.
- Evaluate proposals and routes for cost, diversity, and strategic fit, and recommend options to network planning and leadership.
- Coordinate contract drafting and execution with Legal and Finance, maintain provider relationships, and track contract and renewal records.
What they ask for
- 2+ years of experience negotiating commercial contracts in telecommunications, fiber infrastructure, or a related industry.
- Experience acquiring dark fiber, IRUs, leased capacity, or colocation and space agreements.
- Working knowledge of fiber network infrastructure and experience working with legal and finance partners on contracts.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience; degree must be completed before joining Meta.
Nice to have
- Knowledge of network planning or capacity forecasting; familiarity with right-of-way, permitting, or real estate agreements.
- Experience with backbone or metro fiber networks, financial modeling, or North American carrier relationships.
Pay
USD $106,995/year to $159,000/year (base salary); bonus and equity amounts not stated.
Tools
spreadsheets, data analysis tools, dashboards, automation
AI focus
Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development and use of AI tools to optimize or redesign workflows for measurable impact; responsible and ethical AI practices are also cited.
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