Data Center Research Analyst

Facebook; Richmond (VA); 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 role, you will provide valuable insights into industry trends and peer data center initiatives, enhancing strategic decision-making. Your expertise in data analysis and modeling will be crucial as you monitor construction timelines and power capacities of data centers. This position offers a unique opportunity to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams to produce impactful reports and dashboards. If you're passionate about data centers and want to make a difference in a forward-thinking environment, this role is for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Track announcements and expansions of data center projects.
• Prepare industry analysis reports and maintain dashboards.

Skills

Quantitative modeling

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Clear communication

Presentation skills

Data management

Data analysis

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:**

Data Center Research Analyst 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 day-to-day 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:**

Minimum Qualifications:

7. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., economics, business, engineering, etc.)

8. 8+ years of experience in research, analysis, or related field

9. Quantitative modeling, analytical and problem-solving skills

10. Clear and direct communication and presentation skills

11. Experience working independently and as part of a team

**Preferred Qualifications:**

Preferred Qualifications:

12. Data management, modeling, and analysis in Excel/Google Sheets, Python, R, etc.

13. Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus

14. 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, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

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