Global Data Center Site Acquisition Lead

ByteDance; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ByteDance is seeking a Site Acquisition Specialist to help manage the end-to-end site acquisition process for hyper-scale data centers worldwide. You will collaborate with engineering, capacity planning, and operations teams, plus global partners, to learn and implement the full lifecycle from market analysis to contract execution.

Success requires strong organizational skills, attention to deadlines, and the ability to engage cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related field.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills; able to track multiple workstreams and deadlines.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; comfortable engaging with cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Support capacity planning and site acquisition in assigned metros/regions; assist market analysis to inform strategy.
• Engage with suppliers; support due-diligence tasks and documentation of site acquisitions.
• Assist in managing lease portfolio, track key terms, deadlines, and renewals.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (Legal, Finance, Engineering, Compliance) for contract negotiations and deal summaries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

Job description

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

Location:

San Jose

Team:

Infrastructure

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Code:

A225860B

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Responsibilities

To support the fast growth and manage the massive content on the platform, ByteDance's infrastructure team is building hyper-scale data centers globally that host hundreds of thousands of servers. We are looking for a Site Acquisition Specialist who will work closely with our engineering, capacity planning, and operations teams, as well as various global teams and leaders, as part of a broader effort to learn the end-to-end site acquisition process.We are looking for talented individuals to join our team. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth.Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by the end of the year. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume.Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to our Company and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.We are looking for a motivated prospect to join our team as an Associate in Data Center Site Acquisition. You'll support capacity planning and site acquisition efforts in assigned metros/regions, working alongside experienced team members to learn the end-to-end lifecycle of data center deals, from market research through lease execution.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

Qualifications

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 marketsPreferred 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

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $76000 - $128000 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;

2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and

3. Exercising sound judgment.

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