Telecom / Data Center Network SME - Fiber Infrastructure

JOB TITLE : Telecom / Data Center Network SME - Fiber Infrastructure

LOCATION : Remote

DURATION : 2 years

RATE RANGE : $65-$85

POSITION SUMMARY :

Client is seeking a Telecom / Data Center Network Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide leadership and guidance on the design, documentation, and delivery of fiber infrastructure across our global datacenter portfolio. This role will focus on setting standards, design production, reviewing designs, and consulting with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistency, scalability, and quality in structured cabling and network fiber systems. The SME will act as a trusted advisor to design, construction, and operations teams, bringing deep technical expertise while enabling efficient project delivery at hyperscale.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide subject matter expertise on datacenter fiber infrastructure, including rack layouts, patch panels, trunks, cross-connects, and structured cabling systems.
• Produce designs, oversee and review design documentation prepared by production teams, ensuring compliance with client's standards and constructability in the field.
• Consult with construction and delivery teams to resolve technical issues, troubleshoot design conflicts, and guide construction administration activities.
• Lead the development and maintenance of design standards, playbooks, and Bill of Materials (BoM) templates to drive repeatability and cost efficiency.
• Partner with procurement and engineering teams to align material selection and volume purchasing strategies with client's global deployment needs.
• Collaborate across engineering, operations, and vendor teams to integrate fiber infrastructure into overall datacenter network and facility designs.
• Support innovation and continuous improvement in fiber design practices, focusing on scalability, maintainability, and lifecycle reliability.

QUALIFICATIONS :

utoCAD for detailed design documentation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

BENEFITS SUMMARY : Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.

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