Network Engineer, OSP Operations & Support

Meta; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta is seeking a Network Engineer to join Site Services and ENS Operations focusing on Outside Plant infrastructure across Meta’s global network. You will deploy, integrate, and monitor large-scale OSP fiber routes, conduit systems, and interconnection facilities to ensure reliable connectivity for hyperscale data centers.

You will work with network design, engineering, and cross-functional partners, drive scalable deployment strategies, investigate incidents, and improve operational processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree completed before joining Meta.
• 2+ years deploying, operating, or supporting large-scale OSP infrastructure.
• Experience analyzing operational datasets or metrics for trends and decisions.
• Hands-on experience with OTDR testing, fusion splicing and route documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment, integration, and ongoing health of OSP network infrastructure.
• Drive scalable OSP deployment strategies and resolve incidents at scale.
• Collaborate with network design, engineering, and cross-functional teams.
• Improve operational processes and documentation for reliability.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Incident troubleshooting

NOC experience

AI tooling proficiency

Fiber network operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

OTDR testing

Fusion splicing

Fiber characterization

Route documentation

DWDM/CWDM systems

Job description

Meta is seeking a Network Engineer to join our Site Services and Edge Network Services (ENS) Operations team with a focus on Outside Plant (OSP) infrastructure. In this role, you will support the deployment, integration, and ongoing operational health of OSP network infrastructure including long-haul fiber, metro fiber routes, conduit systems, and interconnection facilities across Meta’s global network. You will work at the intersection of fiber optic transmission, physical layer systems, and route engineering to ensure reliable connectivity for hyperscale data center and backbone environments. Collaborating with network design, engineering, and cross-functional partners, you will help drive scalable OSP deployment strategies, resolve complex network incidents, and improve operational processes that underpin one of the world’s largest and most dynamic network infrastructures. 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 Experience working with cross-functional teams and external vendors to execute OSP network deployments, fiber route builds, or incident resolution at scale 2+ years of experience deploying, operating, or supporting large-scale Outside Plant infrastructure including long-haul fiber, metro fiber networks, and optical transmission systems Experience analyzing operational datasets or metrics to identify trends, prioritize issues, and support data-driven decision making in a network operations context Experience troubleshooting and root-causing OSP network incidents including fiber cuts, splice failures, and optical signal degradation 2+ years of hands-on experience with OSP infrastructure and fiber optic systems, including OTDR testing, fusion splicing, fiber characterization, and route documentation Demonstrated use of AI tools to optimize operational workflows, automate documentation, or accelerate troubleshooting and root cause analysis Experience working within or alongside a Network Operations Center (NOC) environment, including managing against SLAs and contributing to continuous improvement programs Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements) Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies Experience with optical transmission platforms and DWDM/CWDM systems in backbone or metro network environments Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews) Familiarity with OSP construction practices including conduit installation, aerial fiber deployment, underground fiber routes, and right-of-way considerations