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Why Join GigaThe Pace: We're building at a speed most companies talk about but never actually operate at. If you've been bored somewhere else, you won't be here.The Impact: Every person at Giga touches the work that matters. No layers, no waiting for approval chains. You'll see your fingerprints on what we ship.The Team: A team of operators defining the future of AI infrastructure. We recruit A-players from the most innovative companies in the world, and they choose Giga because the work here means more.The Moment: AI doesn't run without power, and that's us. Giga is the picks and shovels behind the AI revolution. This industry is about to explode, and you'll be in the room where it's already happening.What you'll doAs Fiber & Telecom Lead at Giga, you will own the strategy, procurement, and delivery of all fiber and telecommunications infrastructure across our data center portfolio. You'll work directly with Engineering, Development, Operations, and external carriers to ensure every site has the connectivity it needs — on time, at the right cost, and built to scale. This is a hands-on role with broad ownership over one of the most critical infrastructure workstreams in the company.Where you'll workWe are an in-office culture — velocity matters when you're building physical infrastructure, and the best decisions happen in the room. This role is ideally based in our San Francisco, Long Beach, or Houston offices, with full-time onsite expectations outside of bi-weekly WFH Fridays.That said, we will make exceptions for truly exceptional talent if you live outside one of our hubs. If you're the right person for this role, we'll have a conversation about what works.ResponsibilitiesOwn end-to-end fiber and telecom procurement for all Giga data center sites, from initial site feasibility through carrier contracts and service activationDevelop and manage relationships with Tier 1 and regional carriers, dark fiber providers, and colocation network partners to negotiate competitive pricing and service termsLead telecom due diligence during site selection, assessing fiber availability, diverse path routing, carrier presence, and lead times for new builds and acquisitionsDrive the design and delivery of meet-me rooms (MMRs), fiber vaults, conduit infrastructure, and on-site telecom distribution systems in coordination with construction and engineering teamsManage telecom budgets, vendor contracts, and service agreements across the portfolio, tracking spend and ensuring accountability against project milestonesBuild and maintain a live tracker of all in-flight fiber orders, carrier commitments, and activation timelines to support operations and executive reportingPartner with network and controls engineering to ensure physical infrastructure aligns with capacity planning, redundancy requirements, and long-term growth projectionsServe as the internal subject matter expert on fiber market conditions, carrier capabilities, and emerging connectivity technologies relevant to hyperscale deploymentsDevelop procurement frameworks, vendor scorecards, and standard telecom specifications to drive consistency and speed across the development pipelineRequirements5-7 years of experience in fiber procurement, telecom infrastructure, or carrier relations, with at least some exposure to data center or mission-critical environmentsDeep knowledge of fiber and telecom ecosystem: dark fiber, lit services, DWDM, carrier-neutral facilities, diverse routing, and last-mile delivery modelsDemonstrated ability to negotiate complex carrier agreements, IRUs, and dark fiber leasesExperience managing telecom infrastructure delivery from design through commissioning, including MMR buildouts and structured cablingStrong project management skills with the ability to track multiple concurrent fiber orders and carrier engagements across geographiesAbility to read and interpret telecom construction drawings, conduit plans, and site layoutsBonus PointsExperience supporting hyperscale, colocation, or wholesale data center developmentExisting carrier and dark fiber provider relationships in key US marketsFamiliarity with network architecture concepts including BGP, IP transit, peering, and redundancy designExposure to international fiber markets or cross-border connectivity procurementExperience standing up telecom programs from scratch at a fast-growing companyBenefitsSubsidized health, dental, and vision insuranceEquity (options) in a rapidly growing startup401(k) with 4% employer matchUnlimited PTOParental leaveHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)Commuter benefitsEqual Opportunity Employer StatementGiga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, and local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us.#J-18808-Ljbffr