Amazon - Seattle, WA
posted 4 months ago
The AWS Global Connectivity and Network Availability (GCNA) Organization is seeking a Network Development Engineer to join our EDGE team. This role is pivotal in partnering with our broader Infrastructure organization to establish configuration standards and tools, while collaborating with Systems and Software Engineers to ensure the rapid and smooth rollout of new designs and products. The Network Development Engineer will also be responsible for deploying and sustaining networking software tools, which are essential for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of our network operations. AWS GCNA serves as the backbone of the global AWS network, focusing on managing internet traffic to ensure users can access their information and applications from anywhere in the world. The organization is tasked with building and designing a complex backbone network that facilitates efficient internet traffic flow between data centers and customers. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with new technologies and optimizing existing systems, particularly those with experience in network or systems support within large-scale enterprise or service provider environments. Your contributions will be crucial in driving the stability and sustainability of next-generation IP networks. At AWS, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive team culture that encourages learning and curiosity. Our employee-led affinity groups promote a culture of inclusion, allowing us to celebrate our differences and work collaboratively towards common goals. We also emphasize work-life balance, offering flexible work hours and arrangements to ensure that our employees can thrive both at work and at home. Continuous mentorship and career growth opportunities are available to help you develop into a well-rounded professional, as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. As a Network Development Engineer, you will perform high-quality network and systems operations, including deployments, scaling, technology refreshes, and sustaining engineering. You will apply best practices, optimize processes, and engage in internal and external customer interactions while producing appropriate technical documentation. Your role will involve creating and implementing changes on the network, collaborating with automation teams to define scaling tools, and leading network projects focused on sustaining engineering, deployment, and optimization. You will also be responsible for troubleshooting network routing, interconnectivity, and performance issues, ensuring compliance with standards and policies, and delivering sustainable solutions.