Senior Data Center Network Infrastructure Engineer

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Texas seeks an IT Network Infrastructure Engineer focused on Data Centers to design scalable connectivity and cabling for high-speed networks. You will plan, install, and document fiber and copper systems, ensuring future-proof data center architectures and cross-team collaboration.

The role requires expertise in low-voltage infrastructure, adherence to industry codes, and ability to travel up to 20% for site work and global support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 5+ years of experience in data center connectivity.
• Experience with multimode fiber, single-mode fiber, copper, and other low-voltage telecommunications systems.
• Experience designing ultra-high fiber count (UHFC) plants.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan scalable, future-proof data center connectivity for network clusters.
• Procure fiber, copper, and other connectivity materials for new builds and expansions.
• 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 SOPs for connectivity deployments in live environments.
• Audit existing and new connectivity installations and hold vendors accountable for troubleshooting and repairs.
• 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 building codes and industry standards to connectivity design and installation.

Skills

UHFC plants

Low-voltage cabling

Fiber optics & copper

Project management

Building codes & cabling standards

Cross-functional collaboration

Python & SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/CS or STEM

Tools

OTDR

VFLs

Light meters

BERT

DWDM

Job description

SpaceX in Texas seeks an IT Network Infrastructure Engineer focused on Data Centers to design scalable connectivity and cabling for high-speed networks. You will plan, install, and document fiber and copper systems, ensuring future-proof data center architectures and cross-team collaboration.

The role requires expertise in low-voltage infrastructure, adherence to industry codes, and ability to travel up to 20% for site work and global support.