The Optical Network Development Engineer role focuses on Tools and Automation within the AWS Core Networking team. This position involves building, deploying, and scaling Amazon networks across global data centers. The team is responsible for ensuring the efficiency and reliability of data center operations while collaborating with various stakeholders. The role emphasizes developing automated tools and processes to enhance network operations and product deployment.

• 1+ years of professional work experience, or experience in SQL or other relational databases
• Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering or a related field or equivalent work experience
• Basic understanding of optical transceivers and data center networks
• 2+ years of experience in scripting and test automation using Python
• 2+ years of experience in cleaning, validating, and developing metrics from data
• Master/PhD or foreign equivalent in Physics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in hardware and systems design, development, and troubleshooting
• 1+ year of experience in the application of network design, including knowledge of major protocols, topology design, network hardware, device configuration and traffic engineering
• 1+ year of experience in database and AWS services
• 1+ year of experience working with ODMs and component suppliers in delivering optical solutions

• Develop automated tools and standardized processes for high-volume optical transceiver system level testing
• Lead collaborative efforts with internal stakeholders and supplier partners to establish robust testing frameworks and quality assurance procedures for optical modules
• Work with the network operations team in identifying operation issues and improving quality and RMA processes
• Engage stakeholders to identify areas of improvements during rack deployment or bring-up
• Work with the network operations team to improve link error handling efficiency

• Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.