FAQs
What is the main responsibility of a Data Engineer in the Network Capacity Services team?
The main responsibility of a Data Engineer in the Network Capacity Services team is to build data pipelines and a centralized data store that supports data-driven network planning for scaling AWS's complex network infrastructure.
What kind of experience is required for this Data Engineer position?
The position requires experience in data engineering, data modeling, warehousing, building ETL pipelines, and knowledge of distributed systems related to data storage and computing.
Which technologies should candidates be familiar with?
Candidates should have experience with AWS technologies such as Redshift, S3, AWS Glue, EMR, Kinesis, FireHose, and Lambda, as well as non-relational databases/data stores including object storage, document stores, key-value stores, graph databases, and column-family databases.
What is the culture like within the NCS team?
The culture within the NCS team is inclusive and collaborative, welcoming bold ideas and encouraging team members to take ownership of their initiatives while working with a diverse range of professionals.
Is there room for professional growth and learning in this position?
Yes, the position encourages continual acquisition of expertise, exploring new technologies, and adopting best practices, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and learning.
What does the team do to enable data-driven network planning?
The team builds the infrastructure and data pipelines to enable data extraction, transformation, and loading from various data sources, thus empowering effective network planning.
Are there opportunities for collaboration with other teams?
Yes, Data Engineers will collaborate with Data Scientists and Business Intelligence Engineers (BIEs) to adopt best practices in reporting and analysis, thereby supporting decision-making processes.
What kind of problem-solving approach is expected from candidates?
Candidates are expected to engage in pragmatic problem-solving, be adaptable, and pioneer new territories in their approach to challenges within the role.
Does Amazon commit to diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
Yes, Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, believing that a diverse workforce is central to their success and actively promoting equal opportunity for all candidates.