Amazon Web Services Networking is searching for hands-on Senior Network Development Engineer to join our network team that owns critical Amazon Web Services IP networks for our public sector regions. The team drives design, engineering, implementation, operations, reliability, and sustainability of these next-generation networks and works on innovative ways to automate and scale our network as we expand. Position location can be Herndon, VA, Arlington, VA, or Seattle, WA. Our ideal candidate is hands-on, autonomous, detail oriented, possesses strong written and verbal communication skills, strong project management and time management skills, and has a successful track record of engineering, delivering, and optimizing durable solutions. The desire and ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative environment; with geographically diverse teams is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with some of the best engineers in the industry and help shape the direction of one of the largest and fastest growing cloud networks in the world. Responsibilities: - As a Senior Network Development Engineer working in AWS Networking, you will have end to end ownership (design, engineering, implementation, operations escalation) of our current and newly developing IP networks - Lead the design and evolution of highly available hyper-scale networks, driving them from concept to launch, and beyond - Define and influence strategy within and outside the team - Lead project teams to deliver impactful benefits to our customers - Work closely with our network engineers and software developers to automate network deployment and operations - Drive operational excellence projects to improve network performance and reliability - Troubleshoot complex problems and develop innovative solutions - Hiring, mentoring and coaching engineers - Review and implement changes on the network Physical and Other Requirements: - Must be willing to support an off-hours operations escalation pager rotation. - Experience dealing with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure. - The ability to sit in front of computer during scheduled work hours with appropriate breaks while maintaining a high level of alertness and attention to detail. - Travel to data center/network sites and Amazon/customer offices as needed. This position requires that the candidate selected be a U.S. citizen and obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI with a polygraph. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 8+ years of major internet routing protocols experience - 5+ years of working in a Linux/Unix environment experience - 3+ years of automation scripting using Python, Bash, Shell and/or Perl experience - Experience in IP networking technologies such as - BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, TCP, SLB, network hardware platforms, and packet forwarding architectures. - Network design, engineering, implementation, and/or operations experience. - Experience leading solutioning, planning, engineering, growth, operations, and/or enhancement of industry leading IP network solutions. - Bachelor's degree in Networking, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Ability to lead and deliver complex network projects and drive operational excellence. - Proficiency in developing network automation software. - Ability to drive and manage customer impacting network events. - Ability to work in a fast paced and collaborative environment. - Ability to deal with ambiguity, prioritize, and time manage effectively. 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, VA, Herndon - 159,100.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually