Connectivity Engineer, AWS Data Center

Amazon.com, Inc.
Austin, TX, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$109,700.0 - $185,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Cloud Computing Data Centers Network Layer Network Architecture Network Monitoring PDMS Systems Development Life Cycle Cloud Platform System Information Technology AWS Data Analytics

Job description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain - and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Key job responsibilities Collaborate with vendors/manufacturers to develop and evaluate new Fiber Optic assemblies and come up with implementation plans for rack-to-rack connectivity plans.

Define and update requirements for structured cabling systems (fiber, copper, cable trays/duct banks) for network layers at hyperscale data centers

Develop standards and installation guidelines for physical network/cabling deployments and structured cabling systems

Assist with troubleshooting problem areas in existing or new network architecture and systems development initiatives, propose and deliver projects that have a significant business and/or customer impact

Partner with 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 mechanism to remediate large scale events and improve health of our links

Troubleshoot and resolve issues that are causal to fiber connectivity and fiver plant design

Maintain documentation, drawings, and asset records for physical fiber network components across global sites

About the team Within AWS Networking, the Network Product Development (NPD) organization is responsible for designing the hardware, building the software, and owning the interconnects for the routers that power the global AWS network. Beyond product delivery, we actively manage the fleet or routers in a network that grows by 70% annually. This means tracking key business and operational metrics to ensure that we operate smoothly and minimize or eliminate customer impact due to device related issues for a transparent AWS customer experience.

Why AWS Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of working experience with fiber optic components, cabling, and interconnect products, technologies, and standards
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or other Related Field, * Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or other Related Field
  • Experience working with fiber, connector, or other ICT components in a lab or product qualification setting
  • Experience with R&D and new product development for fiber, connector or other ICT components.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • AD&D insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance, Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Mentorship and Career Growth We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional., 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 factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. USA, CA, Cupertino - 126,100.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually USA, TX, Austin - 109,700.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually USA, VA, Arlington - 109,700.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually USA, VA, Herndon - 109,700.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

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