Optical Network Architect, AWS Data Center Interconnect

Amazon; Seattle (WA); 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 is seeking an Optical Network Development Engineer to join the Inter-DC & Optical team in Seattle. You will build, deploy and scale networks supporting AWS, customers, and multiple datacenters worldwide.

Key qualifications include 4+ years in internet routing, Linux/Unix, DWDM/optical technologies and scripting for automation. The role emphasizes network projects, reliability and cost-effective, scalable transport.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of major internet routing protocols experience.
• 4+ years working in a Linux/Unix environment.
• 4+ years programming/scripting or automation with related tools.
• 4+ years rollout and maintenance of large DWDM networks and optical tech.
• 4+ years experience with optical planning and modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement changes on the network.
• Lead network projects in deployment, scaling and optimization.
• Sustain AWS networks for large customers and diagnose incidents.
• Operate and troubleshoot routing, interconnectivity, platforms and configs.
• Collaborate with automation teams and cross-functional engineering groups.

Skills

Routing protocols

Linux/Unix

Programming scripting

DWDM networks

Optical network design

Education

Relevant technical degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Amazon is seeking an Optical Network Development Engineer to join the Inter-DC & Optical team in Seattle. You will build, deploy and scale networks supporting AWS, customers, and multiple datacenters worldwide.

Key qualifications include 4+ years in internet routing, Linux/Unix, DWDM/optical technologies and scripting for automation. The role emphasizes network projects, reliability and cost-effective, scalable transport.