Network Development Engineer (AWS)

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The AWS Global Connectivity and Network Availability (GCNA) Organization at Amazon is seeking a Network Development Engineer for the EDGE team. You will design, operate, and implement large-scale networks that connect Amazon to the global internet, with a focus on reliability and cost efficiency.

You will develop HLD/LLD documents, automate deployment processes, and work with internal customers from concept to production, while participating in a 24×7 on-call rotation to resolve incidents and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or equivalent.
• 8+ years of IP networking fundamentals and troubleshooting.
• 8+ years of major internet routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, RSVP, ISIS) in large enterprise.
• 8+ years working with Cisco IOS and/or Junos.
• 3+ years Unix/Linux experience and scripting (Python, Perl, or shell).

Responsibilities

• Design network designs, services, and deployment procedures that meet multiple requirements.
• Collaborate with leadership to prioritize projects that support the team’s mission.
• Develop HLD and LLD documents, influence roadmaps, construct and test solutions, and provide deployment & operation support.
• Create and automate deployment processes to increase quality and velocity.
• Work closely with internal customers to bring designs/solutions from concept to production.
• Participate in a 24×7 on‑call rotation and drive rapid resolution of incidents.
• Travel to data‑center/network sites and Amazon/customer offices as needed.

Skills

IP networking

BGP

OSPF

MPLS

RSVP

ISIS

Cisco IOS

JunOS

Unix/Linux

Python

Perl

Shell scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Master’s degree in Computer Science or MBA or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

The AWS Global Connectivity and Network Availability (GCNA) Organization is looking for a Network Development Engineer to join the EDGE team. In this role you will design, operate, and implement large‑scale networks that support connectivity to and from Amazon and the global internet, ensuring fail‑proof, infinitely scalable performance while delivering the lowest possible cost to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design network designs, services, and deployment procedures that meet multiple requirements.
• Collaborate with leadership to prioritize projects that support the team’s mission.
• Develop High‑Level Design (HLD) and Low‑Level Design (LLD) documents, influence technology roadmaps, construct and test solutions, and provide deployment & operation support.
• Create and automate deployment processes to increase quality and velocity.
• Work closely with internal customers to bring designs/solutions from concept to production.
• Participate in a 24×7 on‑call rotation and drive rapid resolution of product and network incidents.
• Manage customer interactions during problem resolution and maintain high levels of alertness and attention to detail.
• Travel to data‑center/network sites and Amazon/customer offices as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science or equivalent.
• 8+ years of IP networking fundamentals and extensive experience applying IP protocols, network analysis fundamentals, and robust troubleshooting skills.
• 8+ years of experience with major internet routing protocols, specifically BGP, OSPF, MPLS, RSVP and ISIS in a large enterprise environment.
• 8+ years working with major network operating systems such as Cisco IOS and/or Junos.
• 3+ years experience with Unix/Linux and scripting in Python, Perl, or shell.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, MBA, or equivalent experience.
• Senior or Lead Engineer experience at other organizations.
• Expert‑level certifications (e.g., CCIE, JNCIE).
• Expert‑level scripting and/or automation skills in a network environment.
• Software development/programming skills.

EEO Statement

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please let us know and we will connect you to our accommodation team.