Network Development Engineer, Frontier Networking

Do you like to use network and Unix systems engineering to deliver simple, sustainable, and repeatable solutions? Would you like to play a key role in driving the stability and sustainability of next-generation IP networks?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.The Core Networking team is looking for a Network Development Engineer to join our Network Fabric Engineering (NFE) team. As a Network Development Engineer, you will be responsible for building, deploying and scaling the Amazon networks that support AWS, customers, and other business units, across multiple global datacenters.AWS Core Networking is focused on building Data Centers and the network that allows Data Centers to function efficiently. We own the solutions that allow racks to be aggregated and Data Centers to be interconnected. Core Networking's goal is to balance efficiency, performance and reliability to allow customers access to their applications and data. Key job responsibilitiesNetwork Development Engineers perform high quality network and/or systems operations, deployments, scaling, technology refresh, sustaining engineering, best practices application, optimization, internal/external customer interactions, and produce appropriate technical documentation.• Create and implement changes on the network.• Work closely with our automation teams in defining the tools that allow us to scale at a higher volume.• Lead network projects in the areas of network sustaining engineering, network deployment/implementation, network scaling, technology refresh, best practices application, and/or network optimization.• Sustain Amazon Web Services’ next generation networks for significant AWS customers by providing critical network support to diagnose, mitigate impact, and resolve large-scale networking events.• Operate and troubleshoot network routing, interconnectivity, platforms, performance, and configurations issues; including necessary low level application interaction, Unix systems, and new age networking software tools.• Drive and support innovation from Top of Rack to the Network Border and everything in between.• Partner with our broader Network/Infrastructure organization in the areas of network engineering, configurations standards, and tools.• Work closely with our Network/Systems/Software Engineering teams to ensure fast, smooth roll-out of new designs and products, as well as assist with deployment and sustaining of networking software tools.• Maintain standards across the networking toolset and ensure that we are fully compliant to those standards and policies.• Deliver simple, sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes.• Collaborate with highest tier escalation engineers/resolvers.• Create and review documentation and process regarding network implementation/deployments, recurring issues, new standard operating procedures, knowledge transfer material, etc.A day in the life• Work in a 24x7 team on call rotation, with ability to drive into workplace for critical events/needs.• Manage customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure.• Sit at the 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.About the teamAWS NFE (Network Fabric Engineering) owns datacenter network services that provide unconstrained connectivity to our customers, such as EC2, EBS, S3 and Amazon CDO Services. They own the networks internal to the datacenters end to end, including scaling and operational functions, for both traditional datacenters. They also own newer AWS offerings such as Outposts and Local Zones.Working at AWS in the Core Networking Team- Meet Matt, VP, Core Networking --- Meet Kensie, Network Development Engineer --- AWSDiverse ExperiencesAWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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. 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.Inclusive Team CultureHere 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 conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe’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. Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. 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You may also reach them directly by visiting please qualifications- Bachelor's degree- Knowledge of IP networking fundamentals and extensive experience in the application of IP protocols- Knowledge of network analysis fundamentals and robust troubleshooting- Knowledge of IP networking fundamentals such as BGP, OSPF and other R&S technologiesPreferred qualification - Knowledge of IT best practice frameworks (ITIL, COBIT) and operational excellence concepts or methodologies- Knowledge of network hardware and packet forwarding architectures- Experience with Unix and scripting in Perl, shell, C or C++- Experience working with customers to diagnose a problem and work towards resolution- Experience with network operating systems such as Cisco IOS and JunosAmazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. 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