Network Infrastructure Business Developer
This role requires a unique blend of business and technical expertise to drive commercial vendor strategy, working with existing vendors, new vendors, as well as the AWS service teams and internal customers to build and design a portfolio of network infrastructure solutions.
The ideal candidate will have deep market and industry knowledge in telecommunications; experienced with vendor negotiations, networking technology, business case development, and robust financial analysis skills. This individual will actively collaborate with both external stakeholders and internal teams to find creative, cost-effective, and often innovative solutions to meet Amazon's ongoing growth and expansion needs worldwide.
A key aspect of this position is understanding the global fiber and IP networks, with a demonstrated ability to anticipate customer requirements and build strategic plans. The developer will work closely with finance partners, collaborating on budget creation, business case development, deal analysis, and supplier invoicing. In addition, they will participate in strategic network topology planning for our global backbone and metro networks.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and commercially savvy Network Infrastructure Business Developer to join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. They will experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers them to own them to completion.
Key Responsibilities:
* Serve as a key member of the EMEA Network Development team, helping to drive overall Network Infrastructure strategy.
* Work closely with service owners to understand product roadmaps and devise programs to meet capacity requirements.
* Develop network infrastructure plans for approval by internal customers and stakeholders.
* Identify vendors and develop commercial solutions that solve for wavelengths, dark fibre, and other network infrastructure capacity.
* Negotiate key vendor contracts from a business and technical perspective in partnership with AWS legal teams.
* Track and maintain information on overall telecom market segment trends and developments in terms of vendor technologies, coverage, cost, and deal structures.
About the Team:
We value diverse experiences and encourage candidates to apply, even if they do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description. We strive for flexibility as part of our working culture and believe in work-life harmony.
We are looking for talented individuals who want to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and commercially savvy Network Infrastructure Business Developer to join our team.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* 5+ years of experience in the telecommunications industry, with experience in procurement and negotiations of infrastructure, dark fibre, and wavelengths.
* Experience working in a network planning or implementation role at an ISP, telecoms operator, or CDN, with experience in the planning, design, and construction of new telecoms fibre networks.
* Ability to build complex financial models from scratch and strong verbal and written communications skills.
* Experience interacting with senior executives and other management within a company and working across commercial, technical, domestic, and international arms of an organization.
* Ability to anticipate customer requirements and build strategic plans, with a demonstrated understanding of global fiber and IP networks.
* In-depth knowledge of and experience with major internet routing protocols, specifically BGP, OSPF, MPLS, RSVP, and ISIS.
Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.
We also provide opportunities for professional growth and development, including training programs, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.
We value work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, including telecommuting options and flexible hours.
Others:
We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
We welcome applications from diverse candidates and encourage people with disabilities to apply.
Please visit our website for more information about our application process and how to submit your application.
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