Network Deployment Lead, DC Communities (AWS)

Amazon; Berwick (Columbia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. (AWS Infrastructure Services) is seeking a Network Deployment Project Lead to manage medium to large-scale data center cabling deployments, including migrations, new sites, and new regions.

You will plan, install, validate, and coordinate with contractors while guiding stakeholders on device and cabling requirements. The role involves racking equipment, patching fiber, and using automation tools to configure devices.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of computer networking experience.
• 1+ year of Linux operating systems experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with computer networking and Linux operating systems.
• Ability to lift and rack equipment up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Plan, install, validate, and assess the quality of cabling.
• Engage and coordinate with external contractors and cabling vendors.
• Work with project stakeholders to determine device and cabling requirements, schedule resources, and provide continuous status reporting.
• Install, rack, and stack networking devices; run and patch fiber cabling; configure devices using automation tools and the command line.
• Validate, troubleshoot, and stress test devices prior to capacity delivery.

Skills

Networking experience

Linux OS

Cable management

Data center operations

Ticketing system

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS

Tools

Automation tools

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. (AWS Infrastructure Services) is seeking a Network Deployment Project Lead to manage medium to large‑scale data center cabling deployments, including migrations, new sites, and new regions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, install, validate, and assess the quality of cabling.
• Engage and coordinate with external contractors and cabling vendors.
• Work with project stakeholders to determine device and cabling requirements, schedule resources, and provide continuous status reporting.
• Install, rack, and stack networking devices; run and patch fiber cabling; configure devices using automation tools and the command line.
• Validate, troubleshoot, and stress test devices prior to capacity delivery.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of computer networking experience.
• 1+ year of Linux operating systems experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with computer networking and Linux operating systems.
• Ability to lift and rack equipment up to 40 pounds.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing computer hardware.
• Can work in cramped or elevated spaces while following health and safety guidelines.
• Experience resolving customer issues under pressure.
• Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system.
• Experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies.
• Experience working in a data center environment (racking, stacking, cable management, hot/cold aisle containment).

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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