Meta designs, builds, leases, and operates the most innovative and efficient data centers in the world. Meta is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Data Center Lead to develop Meta’s global data center portfolio in line with the company’s strategic objectives to advance our efforts around AI. This role has global responsibility for the development of the data center strategic partnership program.The Strategic Partnerships Data Center Lead supports Meta’s data center strategy by developing large-scale capacity solutions. This role focuses on rapid infrastructure expansion through partnerships with key stakeholders, such as financial institutions, developers, colocation providers, and long-term asset owners.ResponsibilitiesLead the strategy for structuring, negotiating, and executing complex, multi-faceted investment partnerships focused on data center development* Grow and lead the strategic partnerships program including identification and commercial structuring of development partner opportunities to enable future data center capacity growth* Collaborate with key leaders across design, engineering, construction, network, and legal to develop the strategic plan needed to execute against the company’s capacity targets* Lead detailed financial modeling, valuation, and sensitivity analysis of potential investments and partnerships to ensure commercial viability and alignment with Meta’s financial objectives and business objectives* Interface with the global investment community to meet Meta’s infrastructure needs* Travel domestically and internationally as needed (25%+)QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a directly related field, or equivalent practical experience* 10+ years of experience in “private e quity”, investments, or real estate development with a focus on data center infrastructure* Proven experience in financial structuring, investment and analysis, particularly in infrastructure assets* Strategic thinker with experience driving decision making in ambiguous environments with experience influencing executive stakeholders* Analytical problem-solving skills, experience being effective in a fast paced, hands-on work environment, and have a track record of success leading projects and developing complex solutions across multiple stakeholders* Effective collaborator and skilled cross-functional communicator* Demonstrated communication and presentation skills* Proven track record of organizational leadership, including leading larger organizations and scaling teams during growth cycles* Knowledgeable about and/or experience to quickly assess industry trends and headwinds, market opportunities, and the competitive landscape Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, real estate, MBA or J.D* 10+ years of commercial real estate investment and development experience* “Private e quity” and investment banking experience* International infrastructure development experience* Experience in data center industry* Proven track record of delivering large capital projects leveraging complex commercial structures
