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# Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

- **Company:** The Meta Game, Inc.
- **Location:** Beaver Dam, WI, United States
- **Salary:** $162,000.0 - $227,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Border Gateway Protocol, Big Data, Computer Engineering, Data Centers, Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Computer Network Technologies, Virtual Reality, Information Technology, Messenger
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5536526d03b2b06f

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
 * Experience with leveraging AI to drive areas efficiencies for improved reliability, quality and speed of deployments
 * In depth experience with designing and deploying large-scale data center network infrastructure
 * Demonstrated knowledge of structured cabling and fiber optic infrastructure including design and installation best practices, industry standards, application and limitations
 * Knowledge of the data center design, construction, and start up/commissioning processes
 * Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving large-scale data center projects
 * Track record of solving problems, setting strategic direction, and executing tactically
 * Working knowledge of internet networking technologies (TCP/IP, routing, switching) and optical transport technologies
 * Knowledge of enterprise and provider level network hardware platforms (IP + Optical)
 * Organizational, multitasking, prioritization and communication experience, * Experience leading and or managing technical teams
 * In-depth knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP,IS-IS,etc.)
 * Knowledge of network tooling and automation systems
 * In-depth knowledge of inside/outside plant cable design and dark fiber builds
 * Experience working on a global team in a matrixed environment with limited supervision
 * Experience working with on-site construction teams and managing contractor and vendor relationships
 * Data center design or relevant telecommunications certifications
 * 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

## Description

* Participate in the design engineering and implementation of large-scale data center networks across multiple geographic locations
 * Research, develop & deploy numerous technologies and network topologies in order to evolve and scale our data centers and optimize deployments
 * Initiate and lead strategic initiatives driving efficiency, innovation, and standardization of our data centers
 * Work closely with cross-functional teams and external vendors to develop new features and influence the future of networking
 * Influence future iterations of data center and network designs to ensure seamless integration of new infrastructure
 * Actively participate in the New Product Introduction (NPI) process for network infrastructure
 * Partner with our software teams to develop and implement the tooling required to provision, manage, monitor and troubleshoot our networks
 * Work with network engineering, data center design, and data center connectivity teams to generate network infrastructure design packages for the deployment teams
 * Build and nurture business relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and vendors
 * Develop automation and tooling to drive consistency and efficiency in all aspects of network design, deployment, and operations
 * Perform site visits and work cross-functionally with construction, design architects, and contractors to validate cabling infrastructure and network builds according to Meta standards
 * Maintain technical reference, process, and training documentation
 * 25% to 40% of travel required based on project demand


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