Data Center Site Acquisition Specialist Graduate (Data Center Development) - 2027 Start

ByteDance; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ByteDance in Seattle is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support data center site acquisition and related procurement activities. You will work with cross-functional teams to analyze capacity needs, evaluate suppliers, and manage leases, ensuring timely renewals and accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, due-diligence tasks, and preparing cost analyses for leadership review.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related fields.
• Strong organizational and project coordination abilities.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; able to liaise with cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders to understand capacity needs and site requirements; support data center market analysis to inform site acquisition strategy.
• Engage and evaluate suppliers; support the site acquisition/procurement process, including due-diligence tasks and documentation.
• Assist in managing the existing lease portfolio, tracking key terms, deadlines, and renewal opportunities.
• Support cross-functional teams in preparing materials for contract negotiations.
• Prepare deal summaries, lease abstracts, and cost analyses for senior review.
• Coordinate meeting logistics and documentation across stakeholders to move deals toward execution.

Skills

Project coordination

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance

Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance

Job description

Join us as we work together to inspire creativity and enrich life around the globe.

Location:

Seattle

Team:

Infrastructure

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Code:

A184129A

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Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders to help understand capacity needs and site requirements in assigned metros/regions; support data center market analysis and research to inform site acquisition strategy


• Help engage and evaluate qualified suppliers; support the site acquisition/procurement process, including due-diligence tasks and documentation


• Assist in managing the existing lease portfolio, tracking key terms, deadlines, and renewal opportunities


• Support cross-functional teams (Legal, Finance, Engineering, Compliance) in preparing materials for contract negotiations


• Help prepare deal summaries, lease abstracts, and cost analyses for review by senior team members and decision-makers


• Coordinate meeting logistics and documentation across cross-functional stakeholders to keep deals moving toward execution

Minimum Qualifications

• Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in an Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or other relevant fields.


• Strong organizational and project coordination skills; able to track multiple workstreams and deadlines


• Strong analytical and communication skills; comfortable engaging with cross-functional partners


• Genuine interest in infrastructure, real estate, or data center markets

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or academic project experience in real estate, supply chain, procurement, construction, or facility management


• Exposure to financial analysis or lease/contract concepts through coursework or internships


• Familiarity with data center, telecom, or infrastructure industries

Job Information

About Us

Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an \"Always Day 1\" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

Reasonable Accommodation

ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request