Data Center Economic Development Manager

Jobs Data Center Economic Development Manager Data Center Economic Development Manager Menlo Park, CA +2 locations Data Center Strategy + 1 more Apply now Meta designs, builds, leases, and operates high-performance, efficient data centers. Locating, developing and managing this data center infrastructure effectively is synonymous with ensuring high uptime, capacity availability, flexibility and capital and operational cost efficiency. Meta is seeking an experienced, organized, and collaborative Economic Development Manager. We are seeking a Data Center Economic Development Manager who has extensive experience negotiating large, complex economic development deals and an extensive knowledge of the legal agreements that accompany them. Data Center Economic Development Manager Responsibilities Economic development project lead for new data center site selection efforts as well as existing site expansions Complete diligence relating to economic development programs as well as state and local taxes Partner with site selection and legal teams to negotiate economic development agreements with various state and local governments and economic development agencies Interface with internal organizations including data center design, construction, legal, finance, accounting and tax Work cross-functionally to understand the project parameters needed to support data center economic development discussions Lead various projects related to our data centers, as needed Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a directly related field, or equivalent practical experience 15+ years of experience in state and local taxes and economic incentives Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Finance, Economics, Public Policy, or related field) Contract negotiation experience Financial analysis and project management experience Experience negotiating, communicating and representing the company’s interests with economic development personnel, government officials, and service providers Experience coordinating internal staff and consultants Proven precise communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews) Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements) Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies About Meta Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics. For those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click here for additional information. $202,000/year to $273,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta. Equal Employment Opportunity Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, fill out the Accommodations request form.