Technical Program Product Manager III

Job#: 3027699

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: TECHNICAL PROGRAM PRODUCT MANAGER III

PAY RATE: $63 - $73 HOURLY

Onsite in Seattle and 12 month contract role!

Job Description: The AWS Optical Network team has an immediate opening for a Technical Program Manager. You will be responsible for developing and managing optical network infrastructure programs including DWDM system deployments, capacity restoration initiatives, and network automation projects. The programs require timely execution with the highest degrees of security, performance, availability, and reliability. You will act as a bridge between Network Development Engineers, Operations teams, and all internal customers that rely on our optical infrastructure. Other responsibilities include defining technical requirements, planning delivery, and coordinating cross-functional program execution.

The TPM will provide escalation management, anticipate and make tradeoffs and balance the business needs versus technical constraints.

We are a dynamic team within AWS Networking that operates one of the world's largest optical networks at Pbps scale. You will have the opportunity to make an impact on critical infrastructure that powers AWS globally.

Requirements:

An undergraduate or graduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, telecommunications, or related technical field plus 5-8 years industry experience in technical program management, network engineering, or software development is required

Understanding of DWDM/optical network systems, fiber infrastructure, and optical transport networks a plus

Good track record of working effectively across different groups in the organization

A record of successful delivery of technical programs from conception through deployment

Ability to work with engineering teams to drive deployment of network infrastructure programs

Strong program management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives

Ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders to get things done

Excellent written and oral communication

Should be familiar with network operations and automation scripting (Python/Bash)

Experience coordinating on-ground work execution, scheduling field activities, and managing hardware/device delivery timelines

Ability to manage vendor relationships and coordinate external resources for network deployments

Strong stakeholder management and reporting skills across multiple teams and leadership levels

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.