Cloud Network Deployment Technician

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Network Deployment Technician to install and configure routers, switches, and DWDM gear across AWS data centers. The role requires lifting up to 40 lbs, collaboration with internal teams, and travel up to 50% to support deployment projects.

The team works on building and maintaining cloud infrastructure with safety, quality, and operational excellence at the core. A strong networking and Linux background is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of computer networking experience.
• 2+ years of Linux operating systems experience.
• Experience in computer networking.
• Can lift and rack equipment up to 40 pounds.
• Experience with computer hardware troubleshooting and repair.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent work experience in a relevant technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Installation and configuration of routers, switches and DWDM hardware.
• Troubleshoot fiber optic and copper cabling, network installations and configuration.
• Coordinating colocation remote hands for new capacity installations.
• Work cross functionally with internal partners to deliver network capacity projects.
• Resolving data center and facility issues.
• Identify, coordinate, and remediate outside plant (OSP) connectivity issues.
• Lead small to mid-size network deployment projects.
• Building relationships with remote teams to ensure swift response times to events.
• Performing site audits to ensure safety and quality meets AWS standards.
• Improving all operational processes within each site and/or cage.
• Providing status updates to stakeholders via internal tools.
• Decommissioning of cable and network hardware in collaboration with partner teams as needed.

Skills

Networking

Linux

Hardware troubleshooting

Lift & rack 40 lbs

Networking equipment

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Network Deployment Technician to install and configure routers, switches, and DWDM gear across AWS data centers. The role requires lifting up to 40 lbs, collaboration with internal teams, and travel up to 50% to support deployment projects.

The team works on building and maintaining cloud infrastructure with safety, quality, and operational excellence at the core. A strong networking and Linux background is essential.