Network Development Engineer, Network - Core

Network Development Engineer – AWS Core 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, supporting 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. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. 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 data centers. Key responsibilities Create and implement changes on the network. Work closely with automation teams to define 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 AWS next‑generation networks for significant customers by diagnosing, mitigating impact, and resolving large‑scale networking events. Operate and troubleshoot network routing, interconnectivity, platforms, performance, and configuration issues, including 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 the broader Network/Infrastructure organization in the areas of network engineering, configuration standards, and tools. Work closely with Network/Systems/Software Engineering teams to ensure smooth roll‑out of new designs and products, and assist with deployment and sustaining of networking software tools. Maintain standards across the networking toolset and ensure full compliance with policies. Deliver simple, sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes. Collaborate with highest‑tier escalation engineers/resolvers. Create and review documentation and processes 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 the workplace for critical events/needs. Manage customers during problem resolution and operate 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 team AWS 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 internal networks in the datacenters end‑to‑end, including scaling and operational functions, for both traditional and newer AWS offerings such as Outposts and Local Zones. Basic qualifications 4+ years of major internet routing protocols experience. 4+ years of working in a Linux/Unix environment experience. Preferred qualifications 1+ years of automation scripting using Python, Bash, Shell and/or Perl experience. Equal‑Employment‑Opportunity Statement 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 any other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please let us know and we will connect you to our accommodation team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Amazon Data Services, Inc.