Network Planning Technical Project Manager

Strategic Partnerships: Build and maintain strategic relationships with regional/ Continental ISPs, private dark fiber owners, and utility providers.

Procurement & Negotiation: Collaborate with Network Procurement on RFx process for last-mile, middle-mile, and long-haul capacity. Lead negotiations for IRU (Indefeasible Right of Use) agreements, long-term leases, and MOFN service structures.

Colocation: Coordinate with fiber owners to secure necessary rack space, power, and environmental resources within ILA (Inline Amplification) sites.

Documentation: Maintain internal databases of fiber/connectivity routes, including rigorous management of KMZ/KML files.

AutoCAD: Utilize AutoCAD to review, modify, and create site infrastructure and conduit design plans, ensuring accurate documentation of physical plant deployments.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

Industry Expertise: 5+ years of experience in network infrastructure, OSP planning, or data center connectivity project management.

Technical Proficiency: AutoCAD: Proficiency in creating and reviewing site infrastructure/conduit designs.

GIS: Advanced ability to work with geospatial tools and KMZ/KML files.

Optical Networking: Strong grasp of DWDM technology, ILA requirements, and the technical lifecycle of MOFN deployments.

Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated success in negotiating complex fiber leases, IRUs, and construction contracts.

Relationship Management: Proven ability to influence stakeholders and external vendors to meet aggressive regional deployment timelines.

Deep knowledge of the regional fiber landscape, including utility right-of-way and regional infrastructure challenges.

Experience with large-scale 100Tbps+ capacity planning and deployment.

Ability to read and create code in Python or Go that is relevant to the position.

Knowledge of service provider or datacenter IP Networking is preferred.

Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI

Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.

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