Inside Plant Cabling Quality Assurance Engineer, DCC Communities, DCC Communities

Inside Plant Cabling Quality Assurance Engineer, DCC Communities AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) 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. Key Job Responsibilities Drive world‑class quality in the Data Center to achieve the best operating, lowest cost infrastructure in the world. The QA engineer will be obsessed with quality, engineering, and design continuous improvements. Ability to make quick decisions with limited data based on experience and understanding of the subject matter. Focus on fiber optic and optic components, cabling and interconnect products, technologies and standards. Scope may expand to mechanical and electrical (M&E) and other mission critical components later. Collaborate with the Engineering team to establish a comprehensive Global Design Standards document, Global Installation Best Practice Guidelines, and detailed Product Specifications for Inside Plant Cabling. Develop Quality Assurance manuals, manage amendments and revisions, formulate audit strategies, and define quality and operational metrics to effectively measure performance and success. Audit and inspect Data Center & Edge sites to ensure standards are being followed, generate punch lists, report and generate remediation plans, action and close all customer complaints and defects, provide recommendations based on product and vendor performance, continuously propose improvements to existing designs and processes. Conduct training sessions with local Infra Delivery Teams and any other Infra Ops organizations to ensure deployments comply with design standards and best practices. Communicate with technical teams to collect requirements and describe features, technical designs and strategy to internal customers. Identify and respond to risks and high‑priority issues rapidly and effectively. Support New Product Implementation activities that improve infrastructure quality, reduce cost and installation time. Local travel 40%+ to review projects and coordinate with onsite personnel and contractors at AWS Data Centers. A day in the life As a member of this team, you will be charged with visiting our data centers and ensuring that we are following these standards while also collecting lessons learned so we are continually improving. You will also work directly with engineers, managers, and operations teams across the company to develop structured cabling and installation standards based on these observations and lessons learned. Basic Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related field preferred. 3+ years of experience in structured cabling, inside plant (ISP) infrastructure, or data center environments. Knowledge of fiber optic, copper (Cat 5e/6/6A) cabling installation standards or structured cabling systems. Preferred Qualifications In-depth knowledge of ANSI/TIA-568, 569, 606, 607, ISO/IEC 11801, and NEC Articles 300 & 392 (or related local electrical codes). Familiarity with NEMA VE1/VE2 and IEC 61537 for cable tray construction and installation. Experience conducting QA inspections in live data center environments with a focus on pathway fill ratios, cable diameter compliance, separation requirements, and firestop/fire rating compliance. Hands‑on knowledge of fiber splicing, fiber testing equipment (OTDR/OLTS), budget‑loss, and copper certification testing. Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders. Acknowledgement of Country In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Equal‑Opportunity Statement Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr