Data Center Research Analyst

Facebook; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 152,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Data Center Research Analyst to enhance their data center research and industry intelligence initiatives. This role involves tracking peer companies' data center projects, preparing insightful reports, and developing dashboards to visualize emerging trends. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in research and analysis, coupled with strong quantitative and communication skills. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and offers a competitive compensation package, including bonuses and equity. If you're passionate about data and its impact on the industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in research or analysis.
• Strong quantitative modeling and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Track announcements and new hyperscale data center projects.
• Prepare industry analysis reports and maintain dashboards.
• Produce regular reports on peer data center strategies.

Skills

Quantitative modeling

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Summary:

Meta is seeking an experienced Data Center Research Analyst to support our data center research and industry intelligence efforts within our Data Center Community & Economic Development organization. You will support a cross-functional effort, providing real-time, actionable insights on peer companies’ and broader industry-related data center initiatives.

Required Skills:

1. Track announcements, expansions, and new hyperscale data center projects by peers and cloud providers.
2. Monitor peer construction timelines, power capacities, geographical distribution, and intended uses of the capacity.
3. Implement CRM solutions to track internal team interactions and insights gained through industry partner interactions.
4. Prepare industry analysis reports and create and maintain real-time dashboards tracking new data center projects.
5. Produce regular reports summarizing peer data center strategies and investments.
6. Develop executive briefings on emerging trends in hyperscale data center deployments and hardware.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., economics, business, engineering, etc.).
2. 8+ years of experience in research, analysis, or related field.
3. Quantitative modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
4. Clear and direct communication and presentation skills.
5. Experience working independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Data management, modeling, and analysis in Excel/Google Sheets, Python, R, etc.
2. Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
3. Econometric modeling and forecasting.

Public Compensation: $152,000/year to $221,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Industry: Internet

Equal Opportunity:

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, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws. Meta participates in the E-Verify program where required. We may leverage AI and machine learning in our hiring processes.

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