Optical Network Development Engineer, Data Center Regional Engineering Services (DRES) - Optical

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Core Networking team is seeking an Optical Network Development Engineer to join their Data Center Regional Network Engineering Services team. This role is crucial in designing, building, deploying, and scaling Amazon's networks that support AWS, customers, and other business units across multiple global data centers.

The position offers a unique opportunity to understand the growing AWS network and internal customers' requirements on interconnect solutions. You'll work backwards to devise hardware solutions by influencing the broad industry and/or develop software tools with sister teams to maintain a highly available network that delights AWS customers.

As part of AWS Infrastructure Services, you'll join the team responsible for keeping the cloud running, supporting all AWS data centers, servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment. You'll collaborate with a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers.

The role requires strong expertise in optical networking, with at least 4 years of experience in optical planning, DWDM systems, and programming skills in Python and Unix environments. You'll be working on automating test plans, qualifying optical modules, and improving operational processes.

AWS values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive culture through employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning experiences. The company offers strong work-life harmony, mentorship opportunities, and career growth potential. You'll be part of a team that's continuously innovating and solving complex problems at scale, making direct impact on AWS's global infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with vendors/manufacturers, creating implementation plans, automating processes, and working closely with network operations teams to improve quality and efficiency. The role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while contributing to the world's most comprehensive cloud platform.