Amazon is seeking an Optical Network Development Engineer to design, deploy, and improve high-capacity optical networks supporting core connectivity and cloud services. The role typically requires a degree or equivalent experience in telecommunications, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field, along with strong knowledge of optical transport systems, DWDM, fiber networks, routing, switching, and network automation. Candidates should be comfortable troubleshooting complex infrastructure, working with vendors, writing technical documentation, and using data to improve reliability and performance. The successful applicant will work across engineering and operations teams, manage projects from design through deployment, and contribute to scalable, resilient networking solutions. Experience with large-scale networks, Python or similar scripting languages, and cloud infrastructure is highly desirable.
Amazon is a global technology and commerce company best known for its online marketplace, logistics network, and Amazon Web Services cloud platform. Its businesses also include digital entertainment, advertising, devices, artificial intelligence, and subscription services such as Prime. Amazon operates at a very large scale and invests heavily in technology infrastructure, including data centers, fiber connectivity, optical transport, cloud networking, and automation. Employees are generally expected to take ownership, focus closely on customers, make decisions using data, and deliver reliable solutions in a fast-moving environment. In Australia, Amazon has offices, fulfillment operations, technology teams, and AWS activities across major cities. The company offers opportunities for engineers who want to work on globally significant systems, although the workload can be demanding and performance expectations are typically high.
Australia offers strong opportunities in cloud computing, telecommunications, data centers, cybersecurity, software, and network engineering, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, and Perth. Workplace culture is usually practical, collaborative, and relatively informal, with emphasis on safety, clear communication, and work-life balance, although large technology companies may have demanding schedules. Lifestyle benefits include diverse cities, beaches, outdoor activities, reliable public services, and multicultural communities. Skilled professionals generally need an appropriate work visa, such as an employer-sponsored Temporary Skill Shortage visa or a permanent skilled visa; requirements, occupation lists, English standards, and sponsorship rules can change. Relocating involves arranging health insurance, tax registration, housing, banking, and possibly skills assessment. Sydney and Melbourne offer the broadest technology markets but have high housing costs, while Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide may provide a more affordable lifestyle.
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