Senior network engineer h1.location_city

Meta is seeking a Network Deployment and Operations Engineer with over 10 years of experience to join the Network Deployment and Support team. This role involves providing technical and operational guidance for IP or Optical network deployments, ensuring projects are delivered on time and with high quality. The engineer will facilitate technical discussions, build and execute deployment programs, manage vendor relationships, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. Regular reporting to senior management on program performance, risks, and opportunities is also a key aspect of this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and operational guidance and oversight to IP or Optical network deployments ensuring that projects are delivered on time and with quality.
• Facilitate technical discussions with cross-functional teams to identify solutions, mitigate risks, and drive innovation.
• Build and execute comprehensive deployment program scope, schedules, resource allocation, and ensure successful delivery of IP or Optical network deployment projects.
• Define, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as deployment speed, quality, efficiency, and SLAs to measure program success.
• Manage relationships with vendors and partners, ensuring that they meet contractual obligations and deliver high-quality services.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Data center engineers, Network engineers, and operations, to ensure alignment and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain regular reporting to senior management and stakeholders, providing insights into program performance, risks, and opportunities. ## Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in IP or Optical network deployment, with a focus on operations, program management, process improvement, and technical expertise.
• Proven track record of delivering IP network infrastructure projects on time and with quality.
• Technical expertise in IP networking protocols, architectures, and technologies.
• Excellent program management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines.
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