Sr. Network Development Engineer, ADC Network Design, Engineering, and Solutions; AWS

Sr. Network Development Engineer, ADC Network Design, Engineering, and Solutions

Job  | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. 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. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers to deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers.

• End‑to‑end ownership (design, engineering, implementation, operations escalation) of existing and new IP networks.
• Lead the design and evolution of highly available hyper‑scale networks from concept to launch and beyond.
• Define and influence strategy within and outside the team.
• Lead project teams to deliver impactful benefits to our customers.
• Collaborate with network engineers and software developers to automate network deployment and operations.
• Drive operational excellence projects to improve network performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex problems and develop innovative solutions.
• Hire, mentor, and coach engineers.
• Review and implement changes on the network.

• Willingness to support an off‑hours operations escalation pager rotation.
• Experience dealing with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to sit in front of a computer during scheduled work hours with appropriate breaks while maintaining a high level of alertness and attention to detail.
• Travel to data center/network sites and Amazon/customer offices as needed.
• Candidate must be a U.S. citizen and obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI with a polygraph.

• 8+ years of major internet routing protocols experience.
• 5+ years of experience working in a Linux/Unix environment.
• 3+ years of automation scripting using Python, Bash, Shell, and/or Perl.
• Experience with IP networking technologies such as BGP, OSPF, IS‑IS, MPLS, TCP, SLB, network hardware platforms, and packet forwarding architectures.
• Network design, engineering, implementation, and/or operations experience.
• Experience leading solutioning, planning, engineering, growth, operations, and/or enhancement of industry‑leading IP network solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in Networking, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline.

• Ability to lead and deliver complex network projects and drive operational excellence.
• Proficiency in developing network automation software.
• Ability to drive and manage customer‑impacting network events.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced and collaborative environment.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, prioritize, and manage time effectively.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, and options for Supplemental life plans), EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.