Cloud Networking Dev Engineer: Direct Connect & Automation

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 136,000 - 184,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Network Development Engineer to drive deployment, scaling and automation of AWS Direct Connect.

You will work with cross-functional teams to maintain and improve large-scale networks, ensuring high reliability and cost efficiency for AWS customers. The role involves collaborating with Network Engineering & Deployment teams, driving standards, and leading incident response and post-mortem activities.

Qualifications

4+ years of experience with major internet routing protocols.
4+ years of Linux/Unix environment experience.
4+ years of automation scripting (Python, Bash, Shell, Perl).
IP networking fundamentals (e.g., BGP, OSPF).
Hands-on networking basics: load balancers, switches, routers.

Responsibilities

Support and maintain our next generation networks.
Deliver simple, sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes.
Work with Network Engineering & Deployment teams to ensure readiness for new deployments.
Drive standards across the network and ensure compliance with policies.
Participate in and drive impact mitigation during large-scale events using an established Event Management process.
Drive event deep dives for large-scale events, document thoroughly and drive corrective actions.
Improve detection by designing and implementing new alerts.
Create and review documentation and SOPs for recurring issues and knowledge transfer.
Troubleshoot interconnectivity issues and low-level application interactions.
Identify opportunities to automate repeatable tasks with scripts and tools.