Network Planning Technical Project Manager North America - Nebius

Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure.

Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI.

Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D.

The role

We are seeking a highly technical and experienced Network Planning Technical Project Manager to join our infrastructure team. In this pivotal role, you will be the bridge between internal data center development teams and external telecommunications partners. You will own the connectivity lifecycle—from initial site opportunity assessment through to the final Outside Plant infrastructure delivery—ensuring our facilities are seamlessly integrated into the global network. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of fiber optics, ISP commercial structures, and geospatial data management, coupled with the project management discipline to drive complex, multi-stakeholder builds across the region.

You’re welcome to work remotely from the US .

Your responsibilities will include:

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategy

• Integrated Project Delivery: Work in lock-step with other Network TPMs, DWDM engineers, ITDC (Infrastructure Technical Data Center) teams, Network Procurement, and Construction departments to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Datacenters PoP Selection: Partner with the site selection team to evaluate connectivity feasibility. Lead the technical validation of long-haul wave proposals and dark fiber options to inform Datacenter and PoP selections.
• Infrastructure Design: Act as the technical lead for fiber pathway architecture from the "0 manhole" to the internal access panels. Oversee the design of manhole placements, conduit systems, and site entry points to ensure optimal route diversity.
• MMR/POE Integration: Collaborate with engineering teams on the layout of Point of Entry (POE) and Meet-Me Rooms (MMR), ensuring space, power, and structural readiness for high-capacity, multi-carrier fiber and MOFN (Managed Optical Fiber Network) arrivals.

Carrier Relations & Commercial Management

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