Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

Meta; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 106,995 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Meta's Edge & Network Service team seeks a Network Engineer to deploy and support production networks across datacenters, CDN, and regional backbone. You will implement and document network designs, collaborate with vendors, and ensure reliability 24/7.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years' experience in large-scale networks, with BGP/IS-IS/MPLS routing and multi-vendor exposure. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years designing, deploying, and operating large-scale networks.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting routing/switching protocols (BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, RSVP-TE, VRRP).
• Working knowledge of IPv4/IPv6, TCP/UDP, DHCP/DNS.
• Experience in multi-vendor environments with hands-on gear.
• Ability to design physical infrastructure including cabling and fiber.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects to deadlines.
• Experience in global team settings with limited supervision.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE or equivalent before joining Meta.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage all network infrastructure on the data center campus.
• Collaborate with partners and vendors for day-to-day network reliability.
• Schedule maintenance, upgrades, migrations, and decommissions.
• Create deployment packages; maintain as-built docs and asset database.
• Set global best practices; help design scalable network solutions.
• Support testing and integration of new hardware/software platforms.
• Participate in on-call rotation to support regional networks 24/7.
• Travel up to 10%, up to 30% for projects.

Skills

BGP

IS-IS

MPLS

VRRP

IPv4/IPv6

Multi-vendor

Network troubleshooting

TCP/UDP

DHCP/DNS

Python

Bash

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Arista

Job description

Network Engineer, Deployment & Support# Network Engineer, Deployment & SupportGallatin, TN+3 locationsNetwork Engineering+ 1 moreApply nowMeta's Edge & Network Service (ENS) team is actively looking for passionate people to help us tackle the unique set of challenges and opportunities we face, while contributing to our company mission of connecting the world. Our team is the execution arm of the Meta network team and is responsible for the deployment and support of all production networks (Edge, Backbone, Optical, and Datacenter) as well as our content delivery network (CDN) across the globe. This truly global team offers a unique career opportunity to work with all of the latest network technologies and talented engineers solving some of the most complex problems in the industry.---## Network Engineer, Deployment & Support Responsibilities* Deployment, configuration, and management of all network infrastructure on our datacenter campus* Work with partner teams and vendors to manage day-to-day operations and reliability of the regional network* Schedule and perform maintenance including upgrades, migrations, and decommissioning of production networks* Create deployment packages and maintain as-built documentation and asset database for installed network gear* Establish and implement global best practices and contribute to the design of new scalable network solutions* Support the development, testing and integration of new hardware and software platforms into the network* Participate in an on-call rotation to support the regional network infrastructure 24/7* 10% of travel required, up to 30% based on projects## Minimum Qualifications* 4+ years of work experience responsible for designing, deploying and operating large-scale networks* Experience configuring and troubleshooting routing and switching protocols (BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, RSVP-TE, VRRP)* Working knowledge of network protocols (TCP/UDP, DHCP, DNS) and experience with IPv4 and IPv6* Experience working in a multi-vendor environment with hands-on experience with networking hardware* Working knowledge of physical infrastructure design including structured cabling and fiber-optic cabling* Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and deliver against mission critical deadlines* Proven experience working in a global team environment and solving problems with limited supervision* Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Degree must be completed prior to joining Meta## Preferred Qualifications* Technical leadership and people management experience* Working knowledge of data center power and cooling infrastructure and critical facility operational best practices* Experience with field-based work in Data Centers, Colocation Facilities, Internet Exchanges, or Central Offices* Familiarity with the Linux based systems and experience with scripting and automation (Bash, Python, Perl)* Working knowledge of 40/100G Ethernet and CWDM, DWDM and optical transport network technologies* Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)* Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)* Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies---## About MetaMeta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.For those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click here for additional information.United States of America: $106,995/year to $159,000/year + bonus + equity + benefitsIndividual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.