FAQs
What qualifications are required for the Network Development Engineer III position?
A relevant degree in a related technical discipline or equivalent experience in a large-scale network environment is required.
What type of experience should candidates have?
Candidates should have experience in a network-focused hands-on technical role, working with routing protocols/technologies and platforms in large-scale data center and/or WAN environments.
What responsibilities will I have as a Network Development Engineer?
You will be responsible for building and operating the network infrastructure, learning the tools, services, and components that the team relies upon, and developing engineering, deployment, or operations mechanisms to support IP networking systems.
Is on-call experience necessary for this role?
Yes, candidates should have experience in a technical on-call capacity, responding to customer-impacting events and conducting mitigation and root cause analysis.
What scripting languages should I be familiar with?
Proficiency in scripting/programming with one or more of Python (preferred), Perl, Ruby, Shell, Java, etc., is desirable.
Will I get to collaborate with other engineers?
Yes, you will collaborate with and learn from some of the best networking engineers in the world.
Is knowledge of Linux or Unix operating systems required for this position?
Yes, knowledge and experience of Linux or other Unix operating systems are required.
What core networking technologies should I understand for this role?
A thorough understanding of TCP/IP networking, routing, and network security architecture, including core technologies such as IP, TCP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, load balancers, firewalls, ACLs, DNS, DHCP, and IP address management is required.
What opportunities for career growth does this position offer?
This position offers a career path in one of the largest and most successful tech companies, with near-endless opportunities to explore and grow.
Does Amazon support diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
Yes, Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.