Lead, Network Connectivity & Strategy
FluidStackNew York, New York, United States • Austin, Texas, United States • San Francisco, California, United States
Posted February 17, 2026
225000 - 275000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Fluidstack is building the infrastructure for abundant intelligence, partnering with top AI labs, governments, and enterprises to unlock compute at the speed of light.
Job Description
Fluidstack is seeking a Lead, Network Connectivity & Strategy to own our external connectivity strategy end-to-end, from carrier relationship development to site selection support, capacity forecasting, and backbone fiber optic topology collaboration.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in network capacity planning, carrier relations, circuit procurement, or WAN strategy roles
- Established relationships with major fiber and transport providers
- Strong working knowledge of fiber infrastructure — conduit systems, splice points, entrance facilities, and route diversity
- Experience with fiber characterization (OTDR, power meter testing)
- Construction & Build Cycle Experience: You’ve managed or closely supported fiber construction projects — permitting, right-of-way, trenching, aerial builds, or lateral construction into datacenters
Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package (salary + equity)
- Retirement or pension plan, in line with local norms
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous PTO policy, in line with local norms
