Data Center Research Analyst

Facebook; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 152,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for a Data Center Research Analyst to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will provide critical insights into industry trends and peer activities, supporting data-driven decision-making. Your expertise will help shape the future of data center development by analyzing peer strategies and maintaining real-time dashboards. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, where your contributions will directly impact the company's strategic initiatives. If you are passionate about data analysis and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in research, analysis, or related fields.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Track announcements and expansions of data center projects.
• Prepare industry analysis reports and maintain dashboards.
• Develop executive briefings on emerging trends in data centers.

Skills

Quantitative modeling

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Presentation skills

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.

**Responsibilities:**

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 from industry partner engagements.
4. Prepare industry analysis reports and maintain real-time dashboards on new data center projects.
5. Produce regular reports on 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 fields
3. Quantitative modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills
4. Effective communication and presentation skills
5. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team

**Preferred Qualifications:**

1. Experience with 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. Knowledge of econometric modeling and forecasting

**Compensation:**

$152,000 to $221,000 per year + bonus, equity, and benefits

**Industry:** Internet

**Equal Opportunity Statement:**

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