Senior Backbone Network Business Developer, Americas, Backbone Network Development at Amazon

Today Amazon Web Services provides a highly reliable scalable low-cost infrastructure platform in the cloud that powers hundreds of thousands of businesses in 190 countries around the world. The AWS Cloud infrastructure is built around Regions and Availability Zones (AZs). AWS Regions provide multiple physically separated and isolated Availability Zones which are connected with low latency high throughput and highly redundant networking. These Availability Zones offer AWS customers an easier and more effective way to design and operate applications and databases making them more highly available fault tolerant and scalable than traditional single datacenter infrastructures or multi-datacenter infrastructures. How would you like to come be part of the team that builds out that low latency high throughput and highly redundant network AWS is seeking an exceptional Backbone Network Developer with strong knowledge of the Latin America (LATAM) region (South America Central America Caribbean Mexico) to help architect and scale one of the worlds most sophisticated networks. As a key member of our Backbone Network Development organization you will drive innovation in network scaling while maintaining AWSs renowned operational excellence. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the future of global network infrastructure while solving complex challenges at unprecedented scale. You will leverage your technical expertise and commercial acumen to develop creative solutions that support Amazons continued worldwide growth and expansion. Join us in building the future of cloud infrastructure at AWS where your contributions will have global impact. This position sits within our Backbone Network Development organization a team critical to Amazons global infrastructure and connectivity strategy. AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global other words were the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers storage networking power and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and were looking for talented people who want to help. Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers supply chain specialists security experts operations managers and other vital roles. Youll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And youll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. Key job responsibilitiesNetwork Strategy & Development - Drive AWSs LATAM backbone network infrastructure strategy and execution - Design and implement large-scale network architecture supporting Amazons global operations - Develop and execute strategic network expansion plans with regular milestone tracking - Optimize network topology for maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness - Monitor and analyse telecommunications market trends emerging technologies and industry developments Vendor & Partnership Management - Identify and evaluate strategic suppliers for wavelengths dark fiber and submarine cable capacity - Lead technical vendor strategy across AWSs LATAM network topology - Develop and maintain key commercial and technical partnerships within LATAM - Manage supplier onboarding performance metrics and service quality standards - Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to deliver new backbone capacity Financial & Project Management - Collaborate with finance partners on budget planning and allocation - Manage risk assessment escalations and technical constraint resolution - Balance business requirements with technical limitations and cost considerations About the teamDiverse ExperiencesAWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.Why AWSAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWere continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.Inclusive Team CultureAWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas fresh perspectives and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.- 8 years of telecommunications industry experience in a similar environment- A Bachelors Degree in an IT Computer Science Engineering or equivalent combination of education and work experience- Ability to create complex financial models to understand business impacts of various network solutions is required- Experience working at a large network operator OTT or Internet Service Provider- Demonstrated ability to anticipate customer requirements and build strategic plans- Experience interacting with senior executives and other management within your own company and externally; and working across commercial technical domestic and international arms of an organization- Demonstrated ability to formulate data driven decisions that lead to results. Sound business judgment proven ability to influence others and strong analytical thinking skills are critical to success in this positionAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $133100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $220100/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills EIGRP,Load Balancing,Routing Protocols,Network Engineering,BGP,LAN,Computer Networking,IPsec,OSPF,Cisco ASA,Juniper,MPLS Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 133100 - 220100