Network Deployment Build Lead, DCC - GND - Infra Network Delivery

Amazon is hiring a Network Deployment Build Lead, DCC - GND - Infra Network Delivery in Lisbon, Portugal. Level rates it ; you can apply on Level.

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Manage end-to-end network deployments and infrastructure builds across data centers in the EMEA region.

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Our team is growing, and we are looking for a motivated Network Deployment Build Lead to join our Global Network Delivery (GND) team. In this role, you will have end-to-end project ownership of small to large-scale network deployments including infrastructure migrations, build of new data centers and PoP (Point of Presence) locations within the EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) region. You will work closely with multiple teams and influence stakeholders to deliver deployments successfully.
We are seeking someone who can work independently, manage details and communicate effectively, with hands-on experience in deploying, troubleshooting network devices, and fiber connectivity.
The role requires regularly working at heights, remaining in stationary positions for extended periods, and regular movement of networking/server equipment weighing up to 40 pounds (18kg) in compliance with health and safety protocols.
Travel up to 70% might be required, including local and international assignments throughout EMEA.

Key job responsibilities
- Work alongside internal customers to facilitate project planning, determine cabling requirements and define execution plan in association with our Network Engineering and TPMs (Technical Program Managers).
- Scheduling resources to meet project timelines, engaging external vendors, and continuous status reporting.
- Racking & stacking networking devices, running and patching cabling, configuring devices using internal tools, troubleshooting and validating through capacity turn up
- Create comprehensive documentation about the completed deployment for internal use and handover to operations team.
- Actively contribute to team growth by participating in hiring, coaching, and mentoring, and by influencing the development of policies, standards, and best practices for safe and efficient operations.

A day in the life
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) 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.

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.

Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s 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 Culture
AWS 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.

Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance
We 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, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.

Basic qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
- Experience in TCP/IP networking, infrastructure technology, and troubleshooting network devices, cabling, routing and inter connectivity issues
- Knowledge of cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies, including optic types, patch panels, patch cords and testing equipment
- Ability to lead migrations, configuration, and rollout of new or upgraded hardware
- Experience managing workload and priorities through ticketing systems and workflows with project management capability

Preferred qualifications

- Ability to work collaboratively in ambiguous, fast-changing environments with prioritization and time management skills
- Understanding of network operating systems and command line interfaces (Cisco IOS, JunOS) and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)
- Ability to invent and simplify solutions, finding creative approaches to complex problems
- Experience in large-scale data center network implementations
- Experience with Linux operating systems in enterprise environments
- Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or JNCIA
- Professional experience with IT service management frameworks (ITIL) and process improvement methodologies (LEAN, AGILE)

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

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.

How we rate this

Network Deployment Build Lead, DCC - GND - Infra Network Delivery at Amazon rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Open the description and count.

Key facts

Network Deployment Build Lead, DCC - GND - Infra Network Delivery is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in PT, Lisbon.
The job was posted on October 5, 2026.
Seniority: lead.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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