Data Center Economic Development Manager
Meta · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $235,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Lead economic development for new data center sites.
- Negotiate complex deals with government entities.
- Conduct due diligence on tax programs.
- Collaborate with internal teams on project needs.
- Manage diverse economic development projects.
About the role
Data Center Economic Development Manager
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.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
Key skills/competency
- Data Center Economic Development
- Site Selection
- Tax Incentives
- Contract Negotiation
- Financial Analysis
- Project Management
- Government Relations
- Real Estate Development
- Due Diligence
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Skills & topics
- Data Center
- Economic Development
- Site Selection
- Tax Incentives
- Contract Negotiation
- Financial Analysis
- Project Management
- Government Relations
- Real Estate
- Public Policy
- Manager
- Lead
- Senior
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 15+ years in tax, incentives, and contract negotiation, focusing on large-scale deals.
- Showcase negotiation skills: Detail experience with government officials and complex agreements for Meta.
- Demonstrate financial acumen: Emphasize financial analysis and project management expertise in your application.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss specific economic development projects and cross-functional collaboration.
- Research Meta's data centers: Understand their infrastructure needs and operational efficiency goals.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for a Data Center Economic Development Manager at Meta?
- The annual salary range for a Data Center Economic Development Manager at Meta is $202,000 to $273,000, plus bonus, equity, and benefits. The exact compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
- What are the main responsibilities of a Data Center Economic Development Manager at Meta?
- The main responsibilities include leading economic development for new and existing data center sites, conducting due diligence on incentives and taxes, negotiating agreements with government entities, and collaborating with internal teams like legal, finance, and construction.
- What qualifications are essential for this Data Center Economic Development Manager role at Meta?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience, 15+ years in state/local taxes and economic incentives, contract negotiation, financial analysis, project management, and experience working with government officials.
- How does Meta incorporate AI into its hiring process for this role?
- Meta may leverage AI and machine learning in its application process. Preferred qualifications also mention experience with responsible AI practices and integrating AI tools to optimize workflows, suggesting a forward-thinking approach to technology.
- What is Meta's stance on diversity and inclusion for this Data Center Economic Development Manager position?
- Meta is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. They do not discriminate based on protected characteristics and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.
- Does Meta offer remote work options for the Data Center Economic Development Manager role?
- The job description does not explicitly state the work arrangement. However, given the nature of data center site selection and development, it is likely to be an on-site or hybrid role requiring significant physical presence and travel.
- What kind of legal agreements will a Data Center Economic Development Manager at Meta be negotiating?
- You will be negotiating economic development agreements with various state and local governments and economic development agencies. This includes understanding the legal agreements that accompany these complex deals.
- What is the typical project scope for a Data Center Economic Development Manager at Meta?
- The project scope includes leading new data center site selection, managing expansions of existing sites, and supporting discussions around project parameters needed for economic development.