Network Development Engineer

Amazon is hiring a Network Development Engineer in Sydney, Australia. Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.

Level's read on this job

On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include Python, Networking and Routers.
Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
Level lists 20,000+ other open roles at Amazon.

AI in this role

Network Development Engineer to design, deploy, and operate large-scale network infrastructure and automation tools for AWS.

pythonnetworkingroutersswitches

network-engineeringautomationtroubleshootingcloud-infrastructure

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.

Are you passionate about building and operating one of the largest and most complex networks in the world? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for a Network Development Engineer to join our team in Sydney. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, deployment, and operation of network infrastructure that powers AWS services globally. You will work alongside talented engineers to solve complex networking challenges at scale, automate operational processes, and drive improvements that enhance the reliability and performance of our network. This is an opportunity to work on advanced network technologies and make a meaningful impact on millions of customers worldwide.

Key job responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and troubleshoot network infrastructure including routers, switches, and optical transport systems across AWS data centers and backbone networks
- Develop automation tools and scripts to streamline network operations, reduce manual toil, and improve operational efficiency
- Perform root cause analysis on complex network incidents and drive resolution to minimize customer impact
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, systems engineers, and network architects to deliver scalable network solutions
- Participate in on-call rotations to support 24/7 network operations and ensure high availability of AWS services
- Contribute to capacity planning, network design reviews, and the development of operational best practices and runbooks
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement

A day in the life
Our team is responsible for maintaining and evolving the network infrastructure that underpins AWS services globally. We are a diverse group of engineers who are passionate about networking, automation, and operational excellence. We foster a collaborative environment where every team member's ideas are valued, and we are committed to continuous learning and innovation. We take pride in our work and the impact it has on customers around the world.

As a Network Development Engineer, your day may start with reviewing network health dashboards and addressing any overnight alerts. You might spend the morning collaborating with your team on a network automation project, writing Python scripts to automate repetitive tasks. After lunch, you could be deep-diving into a complex routing issue, analyzing packet captures and BGP route tables to identify the root cause. You'll regularly participate in design reviews, share knowledge with peers, and work on projects that directly improve the reliability and scalability of the AWS network.

About the team
About AWS

Diverse Experiences
Amazon 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.

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.

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 and 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.

Basic qualifications

- Knowledge of IP networking fundamentals and extensive experience in the application of IP protocols
- Knowledge of network analysis fundamentals and robust troubleshooting
- Experience in major internet routing protocols, specifically BGP and OSPF
- Experience with network operating systems such as Cisco IOS and Junos
- Experience working in a Linux/Unix environment

Preferred qualifications

- Knowledge of IT best practice frameworks (ITIL, COBIT) and operational excellence concepts or methodologies
- Knowledge of network hardware and packet forwarding architectures
- Experience with Unix and scripting in Perl, shell, C or C++
- Experience working with customers to diagnose a problem and work towards resolution

Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

IDE statement:
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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.

How we rate this

Network Development Engineer 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. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Network Development Engineer is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in AU, NSW, Sydney.
The job was posted on August 3, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

Prepare for this job

Built from this posting and from similar jobs on Level.

Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Network EngineeringAutomationTroubleshootingCloud InfrastructurePythonNetworkingRoutersSwitches

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where network engineering was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where automation was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where troubleshooting was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where cloud infrastructure was part of your work. What did you do?
Walk me through how you've used Python in your day-to-day work.

Adapt your resume

List these exact terms on your resume: Network Engineering, Automation, Troubleshooting, Cloud Infrastructure, and Python. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
Attach one line of real, concrete experience to at least one of them. A tool named with nothing behind it rarely survives a human read.

Want an expert to read your CV for this job?

Free. Send your CV and the role you want next. You get your review by email within 24 hours.

Get a free CV review Get your CV rewritten Check your resume with the ATS resume checker