Data Center Telecommunication Engineer: Scalable Fiber

Starlink; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Telecommunications Engineer, Data Centers to design scalable data center connectivity for high‑speed networks. You will work across teams to plan architectures, procure materials, and oversee deployments with a focus on reliability and future growth.

The role requires a solid background in data center cabling, UHFC plant design, and experience with fiber and copper installations. Occasional travel and on‑call work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or other STEM discipline and 5+ years of experience working in and designing data center connectivity; OR 7+ years of experience working in and designing data center connectivity in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with multimode fiber, single‑mode fiber, copper, and other low‑voltage telecommunication systems.
• Experience designing, installing, and documenting ultra‑high fiber count (UHFC) plants.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan scalable, future‑proof data center connectivity for network clusters, including structured cabling plants that support evolving architectures and speeds beyond 800G.
• Procure fiber, copper, and other connectivity materials for new builds, expansions, and technology refreshes.
• Provide project management and construction oversight for connectivity scope on new data center builds and expansions.
• Plan and implement network upgrades and overhauls for technology refreshes in live data center environments.
• Develop Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for connectivity deployments in live environments.
• Audit existing and new connectivity installations and hold vendors accountable for troubleshooting and repairs prior to network deployment turnover.
• Develop and maintain as‑built documentation for all data center connectivity.
• Release and troubleshoot ISP circuits across multiple regions; interface with data center providers to drive circuit and cross‑connect deployments.
• Collaborate with capacity planning, network engineering, hardware reliability, and construction teams on cluster design and delivery.
• Apply knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards to connectivity design and installation.

Skills

Python

SQL

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or other STEM discipline

Tools

OTDR

Light meters

VFLs

BERT

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Telecommunications Engineer, Data Centers to design scalable data center connectivity for high‑speed networks. You will work across teams to plan architectures, procure materials, and oversee deployments with a focus on reliability and future growth.

The role requires a solid background in data center cabling, UHFC plant design, and experience with fiber and copper installations. Occasional travel and on‑call work may be required.