Connectivity Cloud Hardware Engineer, Network Product Development (AWS)

Amazon; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 136,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon Connectivity Cloud Hardware Engineering in Austin, TX seeks a Connectivity Cloud Hardware Engineer to design and implement fiber connectivity solutions in hyperscale data centers. You will collaborate with vendors, specify cabling, and develop standards to support a highly available network.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical or Communications Engineering, 1+ year in data centers or cabling, and familiarity with ANSI/TIA and BICSI guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering or related field.
• 1+ years of data center experience or cabling infrastructure experience.
• Expertise in ANSI/TIA and BICSI standards/guidelines.
• 2+ years developing fiber validation test requirements and scripts.
• Proven ability to coordinate with cross‑functional teams and external vendors on large scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with vendors and manufacturers to evaluate new fiber optic solutions and plan integration into the network.
• Design and specify structured cabling systems for data center network layers.
• Develop standards, reference designs, and installation guidelines for physical network/cabling deployments.
• Address ambiguous problem areas in network architecture and lead projects with significant impact.
• Manage fiber vendors and perform QC/commissioning of fiber bundles and cabling systems.
• Perform site inspections to validate as‑built conditions and ensure compliance with design requirements.
• Monitor network quality and remediate large‑scale events to maintain link health.
• Troubleshoot fiber connectivity issues and maintain documentation for fiber assets.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

Technical drawings interpretation

Structured cabling

Fiber optics

Industry standards (TIA/BICSI)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering

Master’s degree or PhD (preferred)

Tools

Pluggable optics (SFP/SFP+/QSFP)

Optical module suppliers (ODM/CM)

Job description

Connectivity Cloud Hardware Engineer, Network Product Development

Amazon Data Services, Inc. (AWS Infrastructure Services) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with vendors and manufacturers to develop and evaluate new fiber optic solutions and create implementation plans for their integration into the network.
• Design and specify structured cabling systems (fiber, copper, cable trays/duct banks) for network layers in hyperscale data centers.
• Develop standards, reference designs, and installation guidelines for physical network/cabling deployments.
• Address ambiguous problem areas in existing or new network architecture; propose and deliver projects with significant business or customer impact.
• Manage fiber vendors and contractors; perform quality control and commissioning of fiber bundles and structured cabling systems.
• Perform mitigation analysis and site inspections to validate as‑built conditions, ensuring compliance with design and operational requirements.
• Monitor network/system/link quality and build mechanisms to remediate large‑scale events and improve link health.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to fiber connectivity and plant design.
• Maintain documentation, drawings, and asset records for physical fiber network components across global sites.

A Day in the Life

As an engineer on our team, you will understand AWS network requirements, devise fiber connectivity solutions, influence industry practices, and develop tools with sister teams to maintain a highly available network that delights customers. You will bridge design, construction, and operations, ensuring that every layer of physical networking meets high standards of performance, reliability, and scalability.

About the Team

Within AWS Networking, the Network Product Development (NPD) organization designs the network fiber connectivity plans and owns implementation that powers the global AWS network. We manage fiber infrastructure that grows by 70% annually, tracking key business and operational metrics to minimize any customer impact.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering or related field.
• 1+ years of data center experience, or experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies.
• Expertise in industry standards such as ANSI/TIA, BICSI, and other structured cabling guidelines.
• 2+ years of experience developing test requirements and scripts for fiber validation and characterization.
• Proven ability to coordinate with cross‑functional teams and external vendors on large‑scale projects.
• Strong skills in reviewing and interpreting technical drawings, cable schedules, and documentation management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD with 3+ years of industry or academic research experience.
• Certifications such as BICSI, RCDD, etc.
• Expertise in hardware and systems design and development.
• Experience with pluggable optics (SFP, SFP+, QSFP, QSFP‑DD, OSFP).
• Experience working in hyper‑scale cloud, AI, or high‑performance computing environments.
• Experience working with ODM and CM suppliers of optical modules.

Salary and Benefits

Salary ranges:
• USA, CA, Cupertino – 157,300.00 – 212,800.00 USD annually
• USA, TX, Austin – 136,000.00 – 184,000.00 USD annually
• USA, VA, Herndon – 136,000.00 – 184,000.00 USD annually

Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. For more detail, visit Amazon Benefits (link removed for brevity).

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.