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ICT Design Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering

Amazon

Location

Herndon, VA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/17/2026

Compensation

$96,600 - $160,000 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.1% approval+9% YoY
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Job description

As an ICT Design Engineer at AWS, you will be part of a global engineering team focused on designing critical communications pathways and cabling within data centers. You will collaborate with various engineers and managers to develop solutions for the physical layer, ensuring high standards for safety and security. This role emphasizes innovation and professional growth, as you will engage with industry suppliers and explore emerging technologies. Your contributions will directly impact AWS and its customers, shaping the future of ICT design.

Requirements

  • Experience reading and editing construction documents including design drawings and specifications.
  • Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities such as data centers.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods for data center equipment.
  • Experience developing design documentation for construction and permitting.
  • Experience with fiber optic components, cabling, and interconnect products.
  • Experience with building codes and regulations for your region.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure timely delivery of scalable fiber optic and copper plant designs and specifications.
  • Review and approve ICT pathway, cabling, and equipment submittals.
  • Identify and respond to risks and high-priority issues rapidly and effectively.
  • Support new technology and design activities that improve infrastructure quality and reduce costs.
  • Travel 10+% to review projects and coordinate with onsite personnel and contractors.
  • Offer creative and out-of-the-box solutions.

Benefits

  • 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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Amazon Com Services Llc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

3,290

FY2026

Approval rate

99.1%

FY2026

LCA certified

32,937

FY2026

Entry-level share

10.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+9%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-44%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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