STEM OPT Network Operations Engineer Jobs
Network Operations Engineer roles in IT infrastructure, network monitoring, and systems reliability qualify for STEM OPT work authorization. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your STEM degree unlocks a 24-month extension beyond initial OPT, giving you up to 36 months to build U.S. work experience in this field.
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Do you like to use network and Unix systems engineering to deliver simple, sustainable, and repeatable solutions? Would you like to play a key role in driving the stability and sustainability of next-generation IP networks?
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.
The Core Networking team is looking for a Network Development Engineer to join our Network Fabric Engineering (NFE) team. As a Network Development Engineer, you will be responsible for building, deploying and scaling the Amazon networks that support AWS, customers, and other business units, across multiple global datacenters.
AWS Core Networking is focused on building Data Centers and the network that allows Data Centers to function efficiently. We own the solutions that allow racks to be aggregated and Data Centers to be interconnected. Core Networking's goal is to balance efficiency, performance and reliability to allow customers access to their applications and data.
Key job responsibilities
Network Development Engineers perform high quality network and/or systems operations, deployments, scaling, technology refresh, sustaining engineering, best practices application, optimization, internal/external customer interactions, and produce appropriate technical documentation.
- Create and implement changes on the network.
- Work closely with our automation teams in defining the tools that allow us to scale at a higher volume.
- Lead network projects in the areas of network sustaining engineering, network deployment/implementation, network scaling, technology refresh, best practices application, and/or network optimization.
- Sustain Amazon Web Services’ next generation networks for significant AWS customers by providing critical network support to diagnose, mitigate impact, and resolve large-scale networking events.
- Operate and troubleshoot network routing, interconnectivity, platforms, performance, and configurations issues; including necessary low level application interaction, Unix systems, and new age networking software tools.
- Drive and support innovation from Top of Rack to the Network Border and everything in between.
- Partner with our broader Network/Infrastructure organization in the areas of network engineering, configurations standards, and tools.
- Work closely with our Network/Systems/Software Engineering teams to ensure fast, smooth roll-out of new designs and products, as well as assist with deployment and sustaining of networking software tools.
- Maintain standards across the networking toolset and ensure that we are fully compliant to those standards and policies.
- Deliver simple, sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes.
- Collaborate with highest tier escalation engineers/resolvers.
- Create and review documentation and process regarding network implementation/deployments, recurring issues, new standard operating procedures, knowledge transfer material, etc.
A day in the life
- Work in a 24x7 team on call rotation, with ability to drive into workplace for critical events/needs.
- Manage customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure.
- Sit at the computer during scheduled work hours with appropriate breaks while maintaining a high level of alertness and attention to detail.
- Travel to data center/network sites and Amazon/customer offices as needed.
About the team
AWS NFE (Network Fabric Engineering) owns datacenter network services that provide unconstrained connectivity to our customers, such as EC2, EBS, S3 and Amazon CDO Services. They own the networks internal to the datacenters end to end, including scaling and operational functions, for both traditional datacenters. They also own newer AWS offerings such as Outposts and Local Zones.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of automation scripting using Python, Bash, Shell and/or Perl experience
- 8+ years of major internet routing protocols experience
- 5+ years of working in a Linux/Unix environment experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or above in computer science or equivalent
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle - 159,100.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Do you like to use network and Unix systems engineering to deliver simple, sustainable, and repeatable solutions? Would you like to play a key role in driving the stability and sustainability of next-generation IP networks?
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.
The Core Networking team is looking for a Network Development Engineer to join our Network Fabric Engineering (NFE) team. As a Network Development Engineer, you will be responsible for building, deploying and scaling the Amazon networks that support AWS, customers, and other business units, across multiple global datacenters.
AWS Core Networking is focused on building Data Centers and the network that allows Data Centers to function efficiently. We own the solutions that allow racks to be aggregated and Data Centers to be interconnected. Core Networking's goal is to balance efficiency, performance and reliability to allow customers access to their applications and data.
Key job responsibilities
Network Development Engineers perform high quality network and/or systems operations, deployments, scaling, technology refresh, sustaining engineering, best practices application, optimization, internal/external customer interactions, and produce appropriate technical documentation.
- Create and implement changes on the network.
- Work closely with our automation teams in defining the tools that allow us to scale at a higher volume.
- Lead network projects in the areas of network sustaining engineering, network deployment/implementation, network scaling, technology refresh, best practices application, and/or network optimization.
- Sustain Amazon Web Services’ next generation networks for significant AWS customers by providing critical network support to diagnose, mitigate impact, and resolve large-scale networking events.
- Operate and troubleshoot network routing, interconnectivity, platforms, performance, and configurations issues; including necessary low level application interaction, Unix systems, and new age networking software tools.
- Drive and support innovation from Top of Rack to the Network Border and everything in between.
- Partner with our broader Network/Infrastructure organization in the areas of network engineering, configurations standards, and tools.
- Work closely with our Network/Systems/Software Engineering teams to ensure fast, smooth roll-out of new designs and products, as well as assist with deployment and sustaining of networking software tools.
- Maintain standards across the networking toolset and ensure that we are fully compliant to those standards and policies.
- Deliver simple, sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes.
- Collaborate with highest tier escalation engineers/resolvers.
- Create and review documentation and process regarding network implementation/deployments, recurring issues, new standard operating procedures, knowledge transfer material, etc.
A day in the life
- Work in a 24x7 team on call rotation, with ability to drive into workplace for critical events/needs.
- Manage customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure.
- Sit at the computer during scheduled work hours with appropriate breaks while maintaining a high level of alertness and attention to detail.
- Travel to data center/network sites and Amazon/customer offices as needed.
About the team
AWS NFE (Network Fabric Engineering) owns datacenter network services that provide unconstrained connectivity to our customers, such as EC2, EBS, S3 and Amazon CDO Services. They own the networks internal to the datacenters end to end, including scaling and operational functions, for both traditional datacenters. They also own newer AWS offerings such as Outposts and Local Zones.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of automation scripting using Python, Bash, Shell and/or Perl experience
- 8+ years of major internet routing protocols experience
- 5+ years of working in a Linux/Unix environment experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or above in computer science or equivalent
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle - 159,100.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
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Verify your CIP code qualifies
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List published by USCIS. Computer science, electrical engineering, and information technology CIP codes typically qualify, but some interdisciplinary programs require your DSO to confirm eligibility before you apply.
Filter employers by E-Verify status
STEM OPT employers must be enrolled in E-Verify before your training plan is filed. Ask hiring managers directly or have your recruiter confirm active enrollment. An employer who isn't yet enrolled can still hire you, but enrollment must be completed before your I-983 is submitted to your DSO.
Target network engineering teams at E-Verify-heavy industries
Federal contractors, defense primes, and healthcare systems are required by law or regulation to use E-Verify, making them structurally more likely to already be enrolled. Prioritize job applications at these employers to reduce friction during the STEM OPT authorization process.
Build your I-983 training plan around NOC responsibilities
Your I-983 must connect your daily NOC duties, such as incident response, routing protocol management, and network performance monitoring, directly to your STEM degree coursework. Generic training plan language gets flagged by DSOs. Map each job function to a specific academic skill from your transcript.
Use Migrate Mate to find STEM OPT network engineering jobs
Search Network Operations Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which filters listings to employers with verified E-Verify enrollment so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally onboard a STEM OPT student without additional steps.
Negotiate your start date around OPT cap-gap timing
If your initial OPT expires while an H-1B visa petition is pending, your work authorization continues under cap-gap rules. Communicate this timeline to hiring managers early so your Network Operations Engineer role can begin or continue without a gap that triggers I-9 re-verification complications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my STEM degree qualify me for the 24-month STEM OPT extension as a Network Operations Engineer?
Your degree qualifies if its CIP code appears on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, and information systems commonly qualify. If your degree is in a field like business information systems or applied technology, confirm the CIP code with your DSO before accepting a Network Operations Engineer offer, since eligibility depends on the specific program classification, not the job title.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify before I can start as a Network Operations Engineer on STEM OPT?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a legal requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student. The enrollment must be active before your I-983 training plan is submitted to your DSO. If the employer isn't yet enrolled, they can complete E-Verify registration before your start date. Use Migrate Mate to browse Network Operations Engineer roles at employers already verified for STEM OPT hiring.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Network Operations Engineer role?
The I-983 must describe how your daily responsibilities connect to your STEM degree. For a Network Operations Engineer, this means mapping tasks like network monitoring, incident escalation, BGP or OSPF configuration, and infrastructure troubleshooting to specific skills from your degree curriculum. Generic descriptions don't satisfy DSO or USCIS review. Your employer's direct supervisor or HR team must sign the plan and confirm the training activities are real and ongoing.
Can I work as a Network Operations Engineer during the cap-gap period if my H-1B petition is pending?
Yes, if your STEM OPT EAD expires while a timely filed H-1B petition is pending, cap-gap rules automatically extend your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. Your employer doesn't need to refile any work authorization documents, but you should carry your EAD, your H-1B receipt notice, and your I-20 reflecting the cap-gap extension whenever you travel or present employment verification.
How do I find Network Operations Engineer employers who sponsor STEM OPT students?
Sponsoring STEM OPT students requires E-Verify enrollment, a willingness to file the I-983 training plan, and semi-annual evaluations. Not every employer advertising network engineering roles has done this before. You can cross-reference DOL LCA filing history to see which employers have previously sponsored work visas, which signals familiarity with the authorization process. Migrate Mate surfaces Network Operations Engineer listings from employers already set up for STEM OPT hiring.