Systems Engineer, Controls Fleet, DC Capacity Delivery

Are you experienced in managing IT 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 worlds premier e-commerce and cloud computing environments.

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Systems Engineer to join our this role youll deploy infrastructure develop automation tools and manage large-scale environments supporting data center operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong Windows Server administration background (Linux experience also valued) hands-on experience with physical data center infrastructure and proficiency in automation and scripting (PowerShell Python or Bash). Experience with AWS cloud services and hybrid infrastructure environments is highly desired. Strong communication skills project management aptitude and the ability to collaborate effectively with global stakeholders are essential to success in this role. We value candidates who solve complex technical challenges through root cause analysis can manage multiple concurrent projects and clearly communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences. Youll make an impact by deploying and managing critical infrastructure developing automation tools and solutions for large-scale environments supporting hybrid cloud infrastructure and driving security and reliability improvements across the fleet.

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. This role involves participation in a 24x7 on-call rotation and occasional travel (approximately 25% valid passport required).

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. 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.

You are expected to be onsite at a minimum five days a week.

Key job responsibilities
- Technical Infrastructure: Deploy manage and support large scale Windows environments across physical data center infrastructure including servers switches networking components and virtualization platforms

- Data Center Operations: Oversee data center construction initiatives manage rack deployment and configuration and support infrastructure refresh projects replacing end of life systems

- Automation & Tool Development: Design and develop automation tools and scripts using PowerShell Python or Bash to streamline deployment processes improve operational efficiency and support infrastructure management at scale

- Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure: Leverage AWS cloud services to support hybrid infrastructure environments bridging physical data center systems with cloud based solutions

- Project Management: Lead multiple concurrent projects focused on infrastructure optimization security enhancements and quality of life improvements while coordinating with cross functional stakeholders

- Collaboration & Communication: Partner with internal teams including networking software developers and controls engineers; communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences across global teams

- Security & Compliance: Implement robust security measures identify risks develop mitigation plans and ensure infrastructure meets security best practices throughout system transitions

- Operational Support: Participate in 24/7 on call rotation (primary and secondary one week rotations) and maintain availability for occasional travel (approximately 25% valid passport required)

About the team
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global other words were 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 were looking for talented people who want to help.

Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers supply chain specialists security experts operations managers and other vital roles. Youll 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 youll 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 hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats 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
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance
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- 2 years of Linux systems administration and/or development experience
- 1 years of work in at least two of these languages: Python Java Perl PHP Ruby or Bash/Shell experience
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science or other technical degree or related experience
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals
- Experience working in a 24/7 production environment
- Experience in Linux systems administration and/or development
- Experience working in at least two of these languages: Python Java Perl PHP Ruby or Bash/Shell

- 2 years of site reliability engineering (SRE) systems engineering systems administration DevOps security administration or network administration experience
- 1 years of building scripts tooling and automation for large-scale computing environments experience
- Knowledge of configuration management systems such as Puppet Chef Ansible or related systems
- Experience in site reliability engineering (SRE) systems engineering systems administration DevOps security administration or network administration
- Experience in network capture and systems troubleshooting
- Experience building scripts tooling and automation for large-scale computing environments

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

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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 VA Herndon - 82400.00 - 144100.00 USD annually