Network Planning Technical Project Manager (opens in a new tab) Amsterdam · Remote - Europe

Nebius Group; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth and learning

Flexibility and ownership

Collaborative and innovative culture

Opportunity to work on impactful AI

International environment and talented

Job summary

Nebius Group seeks a skilled Network Planning Technical Project Manager to bridge internal data center development with external telecom partners. You will own the connectivity lifecycle from site assessment to Outside Plant delivery, ensuring seamless integration into the global network.

Remote work from Europe is welcome. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, PoP selection, and infrastructure design with AutoCAD and GIS proficiency, plus experience in MOFN deployments and fiber

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 5+ years in network infrastructure, OSP planning, or data center connectivity project management.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and GIS KMZ/KML workflows.
• Experience with DWDM technology and MOFN deployments.
• Strong vendor negotiation and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Cross-functional collaboration with Network TPMs, DWDM engineers, ITDC teams, Network Procurement, and Construction to drive project delivery.
• Lead technical validation of long-haul proposals and fiber options for datacenters and PoP selections.
• Oversee fiber pathway design from entry to internal panels; manage manhole, conduit, and route diversity.
• Collaborate on POE/MMR layout to ensure space, power, and readiness for high-capacity fiber deployments.

Skills

DWDM expertise

AutoCAD

GIS KMZ/KML

Fiber leasing

Stakeholder mgmt

Python/Go

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS software

Job description

About Nebius:

Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure.

Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI.

Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D.

#LI-IV1 The role

We are seeking a highly technical and experienced Network Planning Technical Project Manager to join our infrastructure team. In this pivotal role, you will be the bridge between internal data center development teams and external telecommunications partners. You will own the connectivity lifecycle—from initial site opportunity assessment through to the final Outside Plant infrastructure delivery—ensuring our facilities are seamlessly integrated into the global network.

You're welcome to work in our Amsterdam office or remotely from Europe.

Your responsibilities will include:

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategy

• Integrated Project Delivery: Work in lock-step with other Network TPMs, DWDM engineers, ITDC (Infrastructure Technical Data Center) teams, Network Procurement, and Construction departments to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Datacenters PoP Selection: Partner with the site selection team to evaluate connectivity feasibility. Lead the technical validation of long-haul wave proposals and dark fiber options to inform Datacenter and PoP selections.
• Infrastructure Design: Act as the technical lead for fiber pathway architecture from the "0 manhole" to the internal access panels. Oversee the design of manhole placements, conduit systems, and site entry points to ensure optimal route diversity.
• MMR/POE Integration: Collaborate with engineering teams on the layout of Point of Entry (POE) and Meet-Me Rooms (MMR), ensuring space, power, and structural readiness for high-capacity, multi-carrier fiber and MOFN (Managed Optical Fiber Network) arrivals.

Carrier Relations & Commercial Management

• Strategic Partnerships: Build and maintain strategic relationships with regional/ Continental ISPs, private dark fiber owners, and utility providers.
• Procurement & Negotiation: Collaborate with Network Procurement on RFx process for last-mile, middle-mile, and long-haul capacity. Lead negotiations for IRU (Indefeasible Right of Use) agreements, long-term leases, and MOFN service structures.
• Colocation: Coordinate with fiber owners to secure necessary rack space, power, and environmental resources within ILA (Inline Amplification) sites.

Network Data & Geospatial Management

• Documentation: Maintain internal databases of fiber/connectivity routes, including rigorous management of KMZ/KML files.
• AutoCAD: Utilize AutoCAD to review, modify, and create site infrastructure and conduit design plans, ensuring accurate documentation of physical plant deployments.

We expect you to have:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Industry Expertise: 5+ years of experience in network infrastructure, OSP planning, or data center connectivity project management.
• Technical Proficiency:AutoCAD: Proficiency in creating and reviewing site infrastructure/conduit designs.
• GIS: Advanced ability to work with geospatial tools and KMZ/KML files.
• Optical Networking: Strong grasp of DWDM technology, ILA requirements, and the technical lifecycle of MOFN deployments.
• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated success in negotiating complex fiber leases, IRUs, and construction contracts.
• Relationship Management: Proven ability to influence stakeholders and external vendors to meet aggressive regional deployment timelines.

Preferred technical stack:

• Deep knowledge of the regional fiber landscape, including utility right-of-way and regional infrastructure challenges.
• Experience with large-scale 100Tbps+ capacity planning and deployment.
• Ability to read and create code in Python or Go that is relevant to the position.
• Knowledge of service provider or datacenter IP Networking is preferred.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth and learning opportunities
• Flexibility and ownership
• Collaborative and innovative culture
• Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
• International environment and talented teams

What's it like to work at Nebius:

Fast moving- Bold thinking- Constant growth- Meaningful impact- Trust and real ownership- Opportunity to shape the future of AI

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.

If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.