Systems Development Engineer II, AI/ML Amazon Dedicated Cloud Full-time

Do you enjoy helping U.S. Intelligence Community and Defense agencies implement innovative cloud computing solutions and solve unique technical problems? Would you like to do this using the latest cloud technologies while becoming a core part of the largest cloud infrastructure on the planet? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Systems Development Engineer II to own and advance mission-critical services in our Amazon Dedicated Clouds (ADC).

We are looking for a Systems Engineer to work as part of a team that will design, implement, and support resilient, high-performance systems for government customers operating in air-gapped regions. You’ll be part of a truly innovative team in a fast-paced environment that has the entrepreneurial feel of a start-up. This is an opportunity to design, build, and operate systems on a massive scale, and to gain top-notch experience in cloud computing. You’ll be surrounded by people who are passionate about cloud computing and believe that world-class service is critical to customer success.

The ideal candidate will:

– Be great fun to work with. Our company credo is “Work hard. Have fun. Make history”. The right candidate will love what they do and instinctively know how to make work fun.

– Have strong Linux & Networking Fundamentals. You should have deep experience working with Linux, preferably in a large-scale, distributed environment. You understand networking technology and how servers and networks inter-relate.

– Think Big. You will build and deploy solutions across thousands of devices. You will strive to improve and streamline processes to allow for work on a massive scale.

– Have experience in systems development, software engineering, or a related field.

– Possess strong technical skills in systems design, software development, operations, automation, and process improvement.

– Have experience in designing and implementing resilient, scalable, and efficient technology solutions.

– Be proficient in at least one programming language and familiar with cloud technologies.

– Have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to break down complex issues into manageable components.

– Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to influence technical decisions across teams. • Have a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement.

– Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

– Has experience in solving complex and ambiguous problems where the scope may not be fully defined

This position requires that the candidate selected must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph. The position further requires the candidate to opt into a commensurate clearance for each government agency for which they perform AWS work.

Key job responsibilities

As a Systems Development Engineer you will:

– Design and deliver technology solutions to solve difficult business problems, improving resilience, performance, and operational efficiency of our systems.

– Work autonomously on components, applications, and technology solutions that enhance a major portion of our products or applications.

– Identify and solve ambiguous problems, architectural deficiencies, or areas where our systems hinder the innovation of other teams.

– Improve engineering and operational processes within your team and partner teams in the organization.

– Participate in design, scoping, and prioritization discussions, making technical trade-offs and calculating costs of proposed solutions.

– Lead reviews of architecture, design, operations, and post-incident analysis for your team.

– Troubleshoot difficult problems, researching root causes and thoroughly resolving defects.

– Mentor junior team members and contribute to the hiring process.

– Participate in an on-call rotation to support mission-critical services.

A day in the life

On a “typical” day, our engineers may dive deep to find the root cause of a customer issue, investigate why a metric is trending in the wrong direction, or discuss radical new approaches to automate operational processes. As a member of our team you will join a dedicated group of engineers who provide troubleshooting and operations support, and innovate to automate operational tasks.

About the team

Inclusive Team Culture:

Here at AWS, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.

Work/Life Balance:

Our team puts a high value on work-life balance. It isn’t about how many hours you spend at home or at work; it’s about the flow you establish that brings energy to both parts of your life. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.

Mentorship & Career Growth:

Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

– Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure

– Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust

– Experience with Linux/Unix

– Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes

– Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

– Experience with distributed systems at scale

– Experience building services using AWS products

– Experience utilizing AWS cloud solutions in a DevOps environment

– Experience designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, 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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $116,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $201,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.