Network Engineer V (Program Deployment Lead – Data Center Infrastructure)

Network Engineer V (Program Deployment Lead – Data Center Infrastructure)Location: New Albany, OH (On-Site)Shift: Must be willing to work flexible deployment schedulesClient: Meta – Prometheus AI Infrastructure ProgramEmployment Type: ContractAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer V to support one of the most significant infrastructure initiatives in thetechnology industry: Prometheus, Meta’s next-generation AI supercluster project. This role is ideal for a higher network engineering professional who has progressed beyond hands-on deployment work into program-level leadership, technical oversight, and large-scale infrastructure delivery.As a Network Engineer V, you will help drive the successful deployment of large-scale data center network infrastructure while coordinating across multiple engineering, operations, vendor, and construction teams. Rather than performing day-to-day installation activities, you will focus on removing roadblocks, driving accountability, improving operational processes, and ensuring critical milestones are achieved in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to what may become one of the largest AI computing environments in the world while working alongside industry-leading engineers and infrastructure teams. Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee large-scale network deployment initiatives within data center environments.
• Coordinate activities across multiple organizations to ensure successful execution of critical infrastructure projects.
• Drive program-level accountability, identify risks, and proactively resolve blockers impacting deployment schedules.
• Analyze network capacity, availability, utilization, and performance to support growth and operational requirements.
• Review and approve network architectures, deployment plans, hardware configurations, and operational procedures.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including network engineering, operations, construction, vendors, and leadership stakeholders.
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement practical improvements to increase reliability, scalability, and operational excellence.
• Leverage automation, scripting, and orchestration tools to improve deployment consistency and operational efficiency.
• Support network maintenance, upgrades, troubleshooting efforts, and infrastructure expansion projects.
• Develop and maintain procedures, reporting mechanisms, and operational metrics related to network performance and reliability.
• Contribute to network security initiatives and best practices, including recommendations related to firewalls, audits, and automated monitoring solutions.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to deployment and engineering teams.

 Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in networking, infrastructure engineering, or large-scale network deployments.
• Experience designing and deploying enterprise and/or data center network environments.
• Strong understanding of: • Routing
• Switching
• Network redundancy and resiliency
• Network troubleshooting methodologies
• Data center operations

• Demonstrated experience utilizing automation technologies, scripting, orchestration platforms, or infrastructure-as-code approaches.
• Proven ability to identify operational gaps and implement process improvements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple teams.
• Experience managing competing priorities in fast-paced, high-visibility environments.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional organizations.
• Willingness to work shift-based schedules, including nights when required.

 Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large-scale data center deployment programs.
• History with major technology organizations such as Meta, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Oracle, or similar hyperscale environments.
• Prior leadership, program management, or deployment oversight experience.
• Experience working with Tier 2 providers involved in large-scale data center construction and deployment.
• Experience supporting Fortune 10 enterprise environments with extensive global network infrastructure.
• Proven track record leading large, complex infrastructure initiatives from planning through execution.

 Why This Opportunity Stands OutThis role provides the chance to directly influence one of the most ambitious AI infrastructure programs in the world. You will work at the intersection of network engineering, program leadership, and hyperscale data center deployment, helping build the backbone that powers next-generation AI technologies. In this role, you will:

• Help build one of the largest AI superclusters ever created.
• Operate at a strategic program leadership level.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge data center and network technologies.
• Partner with industry-leading engineering teams.
• Drive large-scale infrastructure deployment efforts with significant business impact.
• Play a critical role in accelerating delivery and ensuring operational readiness for a highly visible global initiative.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an advanced network engineering professional who enjoys driving complex programs, influencing stakeholders, and leading large-scale infrastructure projects at hyperscale.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of New Albany, OH.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $125.00 - $135.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in New Albany,OH.

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

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