Network Development Manager, Kuiper Enterprise Technology, Project Kuiper

Job ID: 2789867 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLCProject Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.The Enterprise Technology team is seeking a Network Development Manager with technical breadth to own the design, planning, delivery, and operation of Kuiper's internal Network. We are currently expanding our Networking team and are looking for a proven technology manager with experience in people management, robust technical understanding and the drive and vision to take Kuiper Network to the next level. The successful candidate for this role will create sustainable processes and standards; and drive automation opportunities to reduce delivery cycle times and to improve quality without impacting network availability. In this role you’ll interface with cross-functional teams including operators, information security, third-party vendors, and multiple IT infrastructure teams. You’ll join a diverse team of systems engineers, software developers, network engineers, and warehouse management systems experts.Key job responsibilities

Manage and develop teams of technicians and engineers, providing both technical and leadership expertise and ensuring highest levels of performanceDeliver Network capacity and availability to existing Kuiper locationsHelp build and bring online new Kuiper locations and functionsIdentify and build automation opportunitiesConstantly improve all our processes and proceduresAssist & manage relationships with external vendors & contractorsCreate and maintain metrics on all aspects of our Network and utilize those metrics to drive positive changes, by instilling the operational practices needed to sustain themAssist in implementing service methodologies including incident management, problem management, change management, capacity management, etc.On-call rotation to support the services owned by the Networking teamBuild and mentor your team, helping them grow and develop their technical/functional skillsExport Control Requirements: Due to the need to access certain federal controlled information, you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years of engineering team management experience2+ years experience in designing and operating large-scale, production networks3+ years of experience with routing and switching protocols and hardware; experience with wired and wireless deployments and equipment7+ years of engineering experience8+ years of leading the definition and development of multi-tier web services experienceKnowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operationsExperience partnering with product or program management teamsDemonstrated design, implementation, and skills combined with a proven documentation methodologyMultiple years experience in a networking team with global scalePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience presenting root cause analysis and error correction from operational events to senior managementWorking knowledge and experience of developing operational metricsWorking knowledge of Networking (TCP/IP, Routing/Switching & Troubleshooting)Demonstrated experience automating and managing networks with softwareExperience representing your team/technical area to senior managementAdvanced knowledge in automating network deploymentsExperience in security of web services, video content protection technologies, cryptography, network security protocols and operating system securityHands-on experience working in any of the following technical disciplines: information security, network engineering, systems engineering, software development, robotics, and SAP EWM. Hands-on experience working in warehousing, fulfillment, manufacturing, or industrial environmentsAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $166,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $272,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.Posted:

September 6, 2024 (Updated about 4 hours ago)

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