Manager, Fiber - Memphis

The role

Lead and oversee fiber optic infrastructure work at the Memphis data center, including installation, maintenance and optimization projects. Manage a team of Lead Fiber Technicians and Fiber Technicians and keep the high-speed connectivity that supports AI training and operations running reliably.

What you will do

• Lead, mentor and supervise Lead Fiber Technicians and Fiber Technicians in datacenter fiber installation, maintenance and repair
• Oversee fiber projects from planning and execution to testing, handover and documentation
• Ensure a safe, productive, high-quality and compliant work environment for the fiber team
• Develop and implement sensor indicators, inspection protocols and preventive maintenance routines
• Direct complex troubleshooting, repair, splicing and installation of fiber optic systems
• Manage inspection, replacement and optimization of fiber optic cables and infrastructure
• Monitor signal strength and system performance, and resolve fiber problem areas proactively
• Maintain system records, documentation, as-built drawings and design updates
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents and other trades on cross-functional work
• Provide technical guidance, training, performance feedback and quality assurance for all fiber work

Required qualifications

• 2+ years of direct data center experience installing, certifying and maintaining optical fiber in large-scale Tier 3 or 4 facilities
• 1+ years of experience leading or supervising fiber optic teams in a commercial or data center environment
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Ability to work in tight quarters with necessary physical dexterity
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, unassisted
• Comfortable working at elevated heights (up to 50 feet) with appropriate safety gear
• Comfortable working in environments with high noise levels
• Available to work evenings and weekends as needed; schedule flexibility is required

Nice to have

• Certification in fiber optics and/or cable installation (FOA, BICSI, or equivalent)
• Advanced expertise in fiber splicing, OTDR testing and certification procedures
• Strong leadership and people-management experience in fast-paced construction or data center environments
• Deep technical knowledge of hyperscale data center networking, structured cabling and fiber infrastructure
• Experience in AI/HPC data centers or other mission-critical facilities
• Proficiency with computers, fiber management software and electronic testing systems
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and organizational skills

Before you apply

• Requires working at elevated heights up to 50 feet and lifting up to 35 lbs
• Evening and weekend availability is required

About the company

SpaceXSI builds Super Intelligence to help humanity understand the universe, including Colossus supercomputers and Grok models and applications. The company is part of SpaceX, which was founded with the goal of making life multiplanetary.