About the role
AI summarisedThis role is for a Backbone Technical Business Developer in the APAC region at AWS, focusing on developing and acquiring network infrastructure to support AWS's global cloud operations. The position involves identifying suppliers, developing technical and commercial solutions for wavelengths, dark fiber, and submarine cable capacity, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver cost-effective network topology. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, network planning, and financial analysis.
BusinessFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Identify suppliers and develop technical and commercial solutions for wavelengths, dark fiber, and submarine cable capacity.
- Develop strategic backbone network plans for stakeholder approval and provide regular progress updates.
- Organize, track, and coordinate with vendors and internal teams to deliver new backbone capacity.
- Partner with capacity planners and engineers to ensure efficient and cost-effective network topology.
- Collaborate with finance partners on budget creation, business case development, deal analysis, and supplier invoicing.
- Track telecommunications market trends in vendor technologies, coverage, pricing, and deal structures.
Requirements
- 5+ years of solving problems with technology in the Telecommunications industry experience
- Experience working in a network planning, network construction/implementation, or commercial implementation role at an ISP, telecoms operator, or Hyperscaler
- Experience leading the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems, or experience managing teams
- Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements
- Experience delivering financial models and analysis that drive measurable business impact
- Experience working in large-scale networking environments
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- Knowledge of network cabling, optic types, and test equipment
- Knowledge of IP networking fundamentals such as BGP, OSPF and other R&S technologies