About This Role

Are you experienced in managing Windows and Linux systems with a passion for

building highly-available infrastructure at massive scale? Join us in driving

cloud innovation and automation, deploying mission-critical systems that power

global operations.

AWS Infrastructure Services designs, delivers, and operates the global

infrastructure that keeps AWS running. We manage the critical data center

components - from servers and networking to power and cooling - that ensure

continuous service for our customers. Within this organization, the Controls

Fleet team builds and supports critical infrastructure services that power the

world's premier e-commerce and cloud computing environments.

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Systems Engineer to join our team of

Windows and Linux experts. In this role, you'll deploy infrastructure and build

automated solutions across our growing environment. The ideal candidate will

have strong experience in Windows Server administration and Linux systems,

hands-on experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python, or Bash),

and solid understanding of networking and distributed systems. Strong

communication and documentation skills are essential, as you'll be collaborating

closely with global teams. We value candidates who solve complex technical

challenges through root cause analysis, can adapt to a fast-paced environment,

and effectively communicate technical concepts. You'll make an impact by

deploying and managing critical infrastructure, creating automated solutions for

large-scale deployments, collaborating with teams to improve system reliability,

and implementing solutions to technical challenges.

You will be working in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift

quickly. You must be flexible and adapt well to a wide range of tasks and

technologies.

At Amazon, it is expected that your technical knowledge demonstrates both depth

and breadth. Leveraging the strengths of individual team members as peers and

delegating tasks appropriately within the group for long term projects will all

be critical tasks for this role. Deep knowledge of the domain and is sought

after as a thought-leader across the organization. If you are passionate about

technology, excited by the prospect of working in a dynamic, fast-paced

environment, and driven to solve complex problems, we would love to hear from

you.

Minimal Travel Required. You are expected to be onsite at a minimum five days a

week.

Key job responsibilities

- IT Infrastructure: Deploy, manage, and support large-scale Windows and Linux

environments, including virtualization platforms and networking components

- Automation & Development: Create and maintain automation solutions using

PowerShell, Python, or Bash, focusing on scalable deployment processes and

infrastructure management

- Cloud Services: Work with AWS or similar cloud platforms to support hybrid

infrastructure environments

- System Design: Architect and implement secure, scalable solutions while

considering system interdependencies and limitations

- Problem Solving: Analyze complex technical issues and develop effective

solutions through root cause analysis

- Documentation & Training: Create and maintain technical documentation, develop

training materials, and support team knowledge sharing

- Collaboration: Work effectively with global teams, provide technical

consultation, and support cross-functional projects

- Security & Compliance: Identify security risks, develop mitigation plans, and

participate in compliance efforts

- Operational Support: Available for 24/7 on-call rotation and up to 20% travel

About the team

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)

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.

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred

qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates

to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path,

or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted

cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating —

that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies

trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored

affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what

makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams.

Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and

passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s

Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and

other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded

professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the

expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of

our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home,

there’s nothing we can’t achieve.

#DCCD_AMER Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering,

Computer Science, or related field or relevant work experience

- 4+ years of site reliability engineering (SRE), systems engineering, systems

administration, DevOps, security administration, or network administration

experience

- 2+ years of building scripts, tooling, and automation for large-scale

computing environments experience

- Experience in any of the following: Python, Java, Perl, PHP, Ruby, Bash, Shell

or equivalent Preferred Qualifications: - Experience designing and developing

scripts to automate operational burdens and reviewing scripting changes to

ensure they meet the standards for maintainability, scalability and security

- Experience working in 24/7 production environment

- Experience with service-oriented architecture and web services

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

[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

[https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits].

USA, VA, Herndon - 104,500.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

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