Technical Business Developer, Subsea Engineering

Amazon Data Services UK Limited; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company seeks a Technical Business Developer to build and scale its subsea network infrastructure. This role involves developing submarine cable projects, collaborating with teams, and maintaining supplier relationships. Candidates should have at least 5 years of subsea experience and a bachelor's degree. This position offers opportunities for mentorship and career growth in an inclusive culture.

Benefits

Mentorship and career growth

Inclusive work culture

Work-life harmony

Qualifications

• 5 years subsea industry experience with extensive knowledge of fiber optic networks.
• Experience developing, negotiating and executing subsea telecoms agreements.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement submarine cable projects across the globe.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver efficient network expansion.
• Manage relationships with strategic suppliers to grow AWS footprint.

Skills

Subsea industry experience

Knowledge of fiber optic networks

Program management

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

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Technical Business Developer, Subsea Engineering, London

Client: Amazon Data Services UK Limited

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b9e644309cdb

Job Views: 6

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers, servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment to ensure continual customer access to innovation. We work on challenging problems with numerous variables impacting the supply chain and seek talented individuals to join us.

You will join a diverse team of engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and more. Your role involves collaborating across AWS to uphold safety and security standards while providing extensive capacity at minimal cost. We foster an inclusive culture that encourages bold ideas and ownership.

We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Subsea Network Business Developer to help build and scale one of the world's largest and most complex networks. This role involves planning and constructing subsea backbone capacity, working closely with various teams to develop and deliver submarine cable projects, and implementing process improvements while engaging with stakeholders across Amazon.

Responsibilities include sourcing, planning, assisting in project delivery, owning network acquisition and strategy, and maintaining relationships with suppliers to expand Amazon's AWS footprint globally. You will work with internal and external stakeholders to find innovative, cost-effective solutions to support Amazon’s growth.

Daily activities involve managing multi-year projects, coordinating with vendors and teams, ensuring project standards and timelines are met, and solving issues proactively. The Subsea Backbone team manages deployment, operation, upgrades, and security standards for submarine networks, working closely with regional teams to deliver capacity globally.

Our team values knowledge-sharing and mentorship, offering growth opportunities and diverse experiences. AWS encourages candidates with varied backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet all listed qualifications.

About AWS: AWS is the world's most comprehensive cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing with a broad suite of trusted products and services.

Our culture promotes inclusion, curiosity, and connection through affinity groups and events. We prioritize work-life balance and provide mentorship and career development resources to help you grow professionally.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with 5+ years in the subsea industry, including fiber optic networks and submarine cables
• Experience in developing, negotiating, and executing subsea telecom agreements, managing cross-functional programs
• Program management skills relevant to subsea telecoms, with strong organizational and multitasking abilities, and attention to detail
• Ability to conceptualize, manage, and prioritize multiple projects

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience merging traditional project management with agile processes, automation, operational excellence, or continuous improvement
• Strong prioritization, communication, and leadership skills within a talented, opinionated team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills