Director, Fiber & Network Architecture

Basic Function

The Director, Fiber & Network Architecture will be responsible for leading and directing network & fiber acquisition for SB Energy's GW-scale AI data center complexes across the U.S. The Network & Fiber Director will report to the Vice President of Development & Origination.

Responsibilities

• Acquire optimized fiber connectivity for SB Energy AI data centers, including via multiple redundant routes and to customer technical specifications
• Own and drive relationships with fiber network carriers, securing favorable deals for SB Energy AI data centers
• Partner, negotiate, and contract with fiber network carriers to secure permits and right-of-ways, and issue LNTPs for construction works of fiber paths
• Manage engagement with hyperscaler customers on network & fiber topics. Secure voice-of-customer input on network & fiber technical specifications and requirements, including redundancy, fiber count, and network connectivity
• Understand fiber market developments, including key players, new technologies, and best practices
• Work collaboratively with other cross-functional teams including Development, Origination, Engineering, Transmission/Interconnection, Capital Markets, Projects and other support teams
• Support hyperscaler customer lease negotiation and AI data center project financing activities
• Develop and successfully deliver on project schedules and budgets
• Travel nationally up to 20%
• Build effective relationships with network carriers, customer networking teams, and other key stakeholders

Qualifications & Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelors degree in related field
• 5+ years of experience in network & fiber for data centers, ideally at a hyperscaler
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, analytical and planning abilities, and good judgement
• The ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously
• Experience working with fiber & network carriers and with hyperscaler customer technology teams
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Strong sense of ownership over individual contributions and team success

Location

San Francisco / Bay Area, CA. The position may require up to 20% domestic travel.

Pay

Base Pay: $190,000–$220,000. The pay range is a guideline; final offers are tailored based on skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks while ensuring internal parity. Total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance: 100% premium covered by the company, for employees and dependents
• Long-Term Disability (LTD), Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Legal Insurance Plan
• Competitive Retirement Benefits with 401(k) company match
• Generous Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Company Holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• 12 weeks fully paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Medical & Dependent FSA; Transit & Commuter FSA with employer contributions
• Mental Health Wellness Offerings
• Discounted Physical Wellness plan & Pet Insurance
• Monthly reimbursement for Phone/Internet/Data
• Phone Equipment Purchase Benefits
• Thoughtful Hybrid Workplace Set-up Benefits
• Promote Sustainability with a Purpose – At SB Energy, you may choose to become a part of our 'Just Renewables' Committee and work along with team members who share a belief in pursuing our mission in such a way that empowers a diverse and inclusive workforce that advances social justice and equity for our employees as well as partners and communities