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Lead Network Modeling & Strategy Planner

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This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Network Modeling & Strategy Planner based in the United States.

This role sits at the intersection of advanced network strategy, financial modeling, and data-driven decision-making, supporting the evolution of large-scale fiber and transport infrastructure in response to rapidly growing digital demand.
You will play a key role in shaping multi-year network investment strategies that enable connectivity for AI workloads, cloud services, and data-intensive applications.
The position focuses on translating complex technical and network constraints into clear, actionable business strategies that guide executive decision-making.
You will partner across product, sales, engineering, and analytics teams to evaluate investment scenarios, customer demand signals, and competitive dynamics.
A strong emphasis is placed on modeling network expansion options, optimizing capital allocation, and identifying revenue opportunities.
This is a highly cross-functional and strategic role that combines technical depth with business impact.
The environment is fast-paced, analytical, and innovation-driven, with significant visibility across leadership.

Accountabilities:

  • Develop and refine multi-year network strategy and investment models supporting fiber expansion, infrastructure planning, and demand-driven growth initiatives.
  • Analyze customer demand signals and translate them into actionable network plans across fiber, lit services, and critical infrastructure.
  • Model and evaluate investment scenarios including fiber builds, leased capacity, M&A opportunities, and partnership structures.
  • Support revenue modeling, financial forecasting, and competitive analysis to guide strategic decision-making and market positioning.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Product, Engineering, Finance, and Analytics) to align operational execution with strategic priorities.
  • Translate complex technical network architectures into clear business insights, dashboards, and executive-level recommendations.
  • Define requirements for data science and analytics teams to support advanced modeling, simulation, and scenario planning.
  • Partner with GIS and data visualization teams to enhance tools that communicate network capabilities and strategic outcomes.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on network design, investment trade-offs, and long-term planning decisions.

    • Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Data Analytics, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.
    • 6–8+ years of experience in network strategy, telecom planning, data analytics, or related technical/financial roles.
    • Advanced quantitative and analytical skills with strong business and financial acumen.
    • Expertise in SQL, data extraction, and manipulation of large and complex datasets across structured environments.
    • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for modeling and executive-level storytelling.
    • Experience translating complex technical concepts into actionable business recommendations.
    • Proven ability to work across cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders in a matrixed environment.
    • Strong communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
    • Familiarity with fiber networks, transport infrastructure, or telecom architecture is highly preferred.
    • Exposure to AI/ML concepts, network demand modeling, or advanced scenario planning is a plus.
    • Ability to manage ambiguity, shifting priorities, and complex strategic problem-solving at scale.

      • Benefits:

      • Competitive base salary range: $105,786 – $155,152 (depending on location and experience)
      • Performance-based incentives and bonus opportunities
      • Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
      • Life insurance and voluntary lifestyle benefit options
      • 401(k) retirement plan and financial wellbeing support
      • Flexible remote work arrangement within the United States
      • Strong focus on learning, development, and career progression
      • Exposure to large-scale strategic network transformation initiatives
      • Inclusive and collaborative work environment with strong leadership visibility
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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