Senior Backbone Network Developer, North America

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help.

You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

AWS GCNA (Global Connectivity and Network Availability) is the backbone that connects the global AWS network. It is dedicated to controlling the internet traffic that allows users to access their information and applications regardless of where they are in the world. GCNA is also responsible for building and designing a complex backbone network that allows internet traffic to flow efficiently between Data Centers and customers.

If you like to work with new technologies and optimize existing technology, and have experience participating in network/systems support for a large-scale enterprise or a service provider, we'd love for you to apply! Your work will play a key role in driving the stability and sustainability of next-generation IP networks.

Key job responsibilities

• \tYou'll drive programs deploying AWS networking infrastructure in AWS Data Centers and to meet the ever-growing customer demand.

• \tManage competing cross-organizational projects/programs on a global scale.

• \tDevelop long range financial models to drive investment strategies.

• \tYou'll interact cross-team Deployment Managers, cross-team Technical Program Managers, Engineers, and Data Center Technicians and senior management.

• \tYou'll participate in Network Design engineering reviews.

• \tYou will run meetings, create and maintain timelines, and keep large, diverse groups informed of progress and obstacles.

• \tYou'll work with engineers to develop detailed and creative solutions to complex problems, while keeping a watchful-eye on timelines and costs.

• \tYou'll drive simplification efforts in engineering and project/program management, and architectures to unblock innovation.

A day in the life

In this role, you will actively drive a commercial and technical vendor network strategy within the Americas, working with suppliers & technology partners, as well as the AWS service teams, to meet customer's demands. By applying a unique blend of industry and technology experience, you will work closely with both outside entities and internal teams to find creative, cost effective, and often unusual, solutions to meet Amazon's ongoing growth and expansion needs worldwide.

About the team

This opportunity sits within our Backbone Network Development organization where the team is responsible for planning, developing and acquiring the network that drive Amazon's internal infrastructure and connect Amazon to the rest of the world. The Backbone Network Developer will be a subject matter expert in the telecommunications marketplace, experience managing vendors, financial analysis and modeling, physical network infrastructure, optical technologies and backbone network engineering.

Working at AWS the GCNA Team - Meet Robert, VP: https://youtu.be/8v5i42FL02w

Why AWS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Diverse Experiences

Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship and Career Growth

We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• \tBachelor's Degree or 4+ years of equivalent experience.

• \t3+ years of technical program management experience.

• \t3+ years of experience in networking technologies and building and deploying Data Center networks.

• \t3+ years of experience in writing technical documents or equivalent experience.

• \t5+ years of experience creating complex financial models to understand business impacts of various network solutions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• \t5+ years of technical technical network development experience in a related industry.

• \tExperience of solving complex problems in physical infrastructure project management.

• \tExperience with and deep understanding of multiple project management methodologies and developing metrics.

• \t5+ years of experience with quantitative analytics and presentation to leadership.

• \tProficiency with MS Project, MS Office, MS Excel, MS Access and MS SharePoint, or similar tools.

• \tIn-depth knowledge and experience of optical networking technologies and developments.

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $133,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $220,100/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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