Sr Data Center Network Specialist

Amazon Web Services; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Rack Capacity Installation Engineer to join our Infrastructure Delivery team in Melbourne. You will install network equipment and cables, manage vendors, and coordinate deadlines with program managers while simultaneously running multiple projects.

The role involves physical work in data centers, including climbing, lifting, and working in tight spaces. You will lead installations, ensure adherence to cabling standards, and provide guidance to

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Computer Hardware Repair, Infrastructure Cabling, Network Deployment, or Data Center Operations experience.
• Knowledge of fiber-optic and copper cabling standards, optical types, test equipment, and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Working knowledge of structured cabling and port-allocation processes.
• Ability to lift up to 18 kg and work in cramped, elevated, or noisy environments; regular heights work.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to security and safety best practices in the Data Center.
• Installation and testing of copper and Fiber Optic cabling.
• Basic build and troubleshooting of network devices.
• Creating/attaching labels and barcodes.
• Regularly work at heights and from ladders/EWP.
• Managing inventory of related materials.
• Adhering to defined escalation processes and standard operating procedures.
• Work in noisy areas with hotter and colder temperatures than standard office environmental conditions.
• Ability to travel within geographical work area; some travel outside traditional work area may be requested.
• Lead installs and guide less-experienced technicians.

Skills

Infrastructure Cabling

Fiber Optic Cabling

Copper Cabling

Network Deployment

Data Center Operations

Leadership / Mentoring

Vendor Management

Job description

The Infrastructure Delivery team is responsible for the scaling and physical deployment of new Data Center Infrastructure. You will be a Senior Rack Capacity Installation Engineer working in a team environment installing network equipment and cables, managing vendors, and negotiating deadlines with program managers. You will be responsible for running multiple projects at the same time. This position has a physical component and may require working in cramped spaces or elevated locations.

Key responsibilities

• Adhere to security and safety best practices in the Data Center
• Installation and testing of copper and Fiber Optic cabling
• Basic build and troubleshooting of network devices
• Creating/attaching labels and barcodes
• Regularly work at heights and from ladders/EWP
• Managing inventory of related materials
• Adhering to defined escalation processes and standard operating procedures
• Work in noisy areas with hotter and colder temperatures than standard office environmental conditions
• Ability to travel within geographical work area; some travel outside traditional work area may be requested
• Lead installs and guide less-experienced technicians

About you

• 2+ years of Computer Hardware Repair, Infrastructure Cabling, Network Deployment, or Data Center Operations experience, or experience in similar technical or vocational roles
• Demonstrated knowledge of fiber-optic and copper cabling standards, optical types, test equipment, and troubleshooting methodologies
• Working knowledge of structured cabling and port-allocation processes
• Regularly lift or move up to 18 kg (about 40 lb), and participate in group lifts for heavier loads
• Work in cramped, elevated, or noisy environments, including regular work at heights and from ladders
• Bending, lifting, stretching, reaching, standing, and walking for 8 or more hours a day
• Ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation
• Ability to work in a 24/7 environment, participating in the primary response rotation and providing after-hours support as needed
• Valid Australian driver's license and ability to travel between MEL data center sites as required

About us

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.