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Capacity Design Engineer

Amazon, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Job ID: 3156708 | Amazon Data Services, Inc.

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re 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 we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll 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 you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

The AWS Data Center Technical Services (DCTS) and Engineering Team is a new fast-growing and leading-edge research and development team that is rethinking the design for the critical arteries that connect the various pieces of hardware inside AWS’ data centers and edge sites.

As a member of this team, you will work directly with engineers and managers across the company to develop capacity management solutions for the physical layer. You will also work with industry suppliers and startups to develop requirements and recommend new technology.

Key job responsibilities

Ensure timely delivery of scalable fiber optic & copper plant designs

Develop an automated solution for how we route and utilize our physical layer

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver designs that meet capacity and network requirements and turn‑up timelines

Identify and respond to risks and high‑priority issues rapidly effectively

Support New Product Introduction activities that improve infrastructure quality, reduce cost and installation time

Travel 20+% to review projects and coordinate with onsite personnel and contractors at AWS' Data Centers

About the team

Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Basic Qualifications

3+ years of vendor management experience

4+ years of relevant work in a data center or other critical environment experience

5+ years of data center engineering or operations experience

5+ years of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Experience in vendor management

Experience in a data center or other critical environment

Experience in data center engineering or operations

Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of construction or project management experience

Electrical or mechanical Journeyman License

Operating engineering license such as DC II, DC III, or equivalent

Experience in construction or project management

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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 - 96,000.00 - 166,300.00 USD annually

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