Job Information
Meta Network Engineer, Engineering R&D in Menlo Park, California
Summary:
Meta's Network and Infrastructure Services (NIS) team is actively looking for a network engineer to help us build out infrastructure which gives people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. We are a team of engineers who enable the development of Meta technologies and infrastructure by delivering network solutions, providing end to end testing, and helping customers accelerate their impact by leveraging a best-in-class lab environment.
Required Skills:
Network Engineer, Engineering R&D Responsibilities:
Work cross-functionally to design, plan, deploy, and manage wired and wireless network infrastructure in labs
Perform hands-on troubleshooting and issue resolution of applications, devices and network elements across end-to-end testbeds during test and validation campaigns
Track and control lab utilization (physical space, rack usage, devices under test)
recommend solutions to support future deployments
Innovate and automate new capabilities across end-to-end testbeds in controlled lab environments, especially to improve auto-remediation
Perform system maintenance including hardware and software upgrades, migrations, capacity upgrades, and de-commissioning
Provide support and consultation to internal teams who utilize wired and wireless network infrastructure to test and validate new products
Maintain active communication with stakeholders on site events like power outages and disaster preparedness tests
Proactively contribute to and maintain technical and training documentation. Define, maintain and optimize Method of Procedures for Lab operations
Collaborate across multi-functional groups and learn and adapt to changing requirements. Communicate effectively with partners, vendors, project managers, network, software, and hardware engineers.
Understand safety and security compliance standards for labs and assist in identifying non compliance
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
6+ years of experience responsible for designing, deploying and operating wireline and wireless networks
Experience gathering infrastructure requirements, working in a multi-vendor environment to develop architecture and solutions to build out lab and research and development environments.
Experience leading the development and execution of tests, data collection & results reporting.
Experience in a coding/scripting languages such as Python, shell scripting etc. along with knowledge in code repository solutions
Experience using data visualization tools to create dashboards and drive decision making. Uses complex SQL queries and Python to create data pipelines to manipulate large datasets from multiple sources
Hands-on experience designing, configuring, optimizing, and troubleshooting wireless networks including Wi-Fi & bluetooth connectivity
Understanding of network protocols (TCP/UDP, DHCP, DNS) and experience with IPv4 and IPv6
Understanding of physical infrastructure design including structured cabling, space, power, and cooling
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and deliver against mission critical deadlines
Experience working in a global team environment and solving problems with limited supervision
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Network test and automation experience leveraging CI/CD, templates, audit pipelines, zero touch deployments and tooling
Experience working other wireless technologies such as 4G and 5G cellular networks in the RAN and core domains
Understanding of mobile operating systems (Android, iOS) and debugging tool (e.g. ADB)
Understanding of operation principles of USB2 and USB3 and engineering considerations for coexistence with BlueTooth and WiFi systems
Hands-on experience with specialized test equipment in engineering labs
Understanding of HW development device life cycle (prototype, EVT, DVT, PVT) and promotion criteria
Public Compensation:
$133,000/year to $190,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Industry: Internet
Equal Opportunity:
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
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