The Optical Network Development Engineer designs, develops, and supports high-capacity optical transport networks used across Amazon’s data-centre infrastructure. Requirements typically include a degree or equivalent experience in telecommunications, optical networking, electrical engineering, or a related field; practical knowledge of DWDM, fiber-optic systems, network protocols, and carrier-grade transmission equipment; and experience with network design, testing, troubleshooting, automation, and technical documentation. The successful candidate is expected to work across engineering, operations, vendors, and data-centre teams, manage complex deployments, improve network reliability and scalability, and occasionally support incidents outside standard hours. Strong analytical, communication, project-management, and problem-solving skills are essential.
Amazon is a global technology and commerce company founded in 1994 and headquartered in Seattle. It operates online marketplaces, logistics networks, advertising services, streaming platforms, consumer devices, and Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the world’s largest cloud-computing businesses. Amazon’s infrastructure teams build and operate the systems that support millions of customers, businesses, and public-sector organisations worldwide. In Australia, the company has substantial operations in e-commerce, cloud services, fulfilment, technology development, and corporate functions. Employees generally work in a fast-paced, data-driven environment guided by Amazon’s Leadership Principles, including customer obsession, ownership, inventing and simplifying, and a high standard of operational excellence. Network engineering roles can provide exposure to large-scale infrastructure, international projects, automation, and advanced data-centre technologies.
Australia offers strong opportunities in telecommunications, cloud computing, data centres, cybersecurity, software, engineering, healthcare, mining technology, and professional services. Sydney and Melbourne are the largest technology hubs, while Brisbane, Perth, Canberra, and Adelaide also offer growing opportunities. Australian workplace culture is generally practical, direct, collaborative, and supportive of work-life balance, although major technology employers can be demanding. The lifestyle includes diverse cities, beaches, outdoor activities, sports, and a multicultural food scene, but housing and transport costs can be high in Sydney and Melbourne. Skilled professionals may explore employer-sponsored visas such as the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482), employer nomination pathways, or skilled migration options including subclasses 189, 190, and 491, subject to occupation lists and eligibility. Applicants should verify current visa rules, salary thresholds, and relocation support with the employer and the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
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