We are seeking a skilled AWS Network Engineer to join our AWS team as a Consultant-level role. This position requires hands-on expertise in designing, implementing, and managing secure and scalable network architectures within AWS environments. The ideal candidate will play a key role in handling complex AWS projects, including migrations, and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust infrastructure connectivity and performance. This role demands at least 8 years of relevant experience in cloud networking, with a strong emphasis on AWS-specific tools and best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and optimize AWS network architectures, including VPCs, Direct Connect, Transit Gateways, VPNs, and Site-to-Site connections to support high-availability and fault-tolerant systems.
- Lead AWS network migrations using Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC), ensuring minimal downtime and seamless integration with on-premises and hybrid environments.
- Configure and manage AWS networking services such as Route 53 for DNS, Elastic Load Balancing (ELB), AWS WAF, and AWS Shield for security and traffic management.
- Integrate AWS Connect for contact center solutions, focusing on network routing, VoIP configurations, and integration with other AWS services like Lambda and S3.
- Troubleshoot complex network issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement optimizations for latency, bandwidth, and security in large-scale AWS deployments.
- Collaborate with database, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure network designs align with overall project requirements, including data transfer protocols and compliance standards (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA).
- Develop and maintain documentation, automation scripts, and CI/CD pipelines for network configurations using tools like Terraform, AWS CDK, or Ansible.
- Conduct security audits, implement firewall rules with AWS Network Firewall or Security Groups, and monitor network performance using CloudWatch and VPC Flow Logs.
- Stay updated on AWS networking advancements and contribute to team knowledge sharing for handling complex migrations and projects.