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Posted date: Mar 13, 2025
There have been 6 jobs posted with the title of Systems Engineer all time at Amazon.Location: Seattle, WA
Estimated salary: $150,950
Range: $94,000 - $207,900
Description
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
- Technical 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: Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation supporting global infrastructure
- Travel: Minimal travel required; must maintain valid passport for occasional international travel
About the team
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.
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.
Amazon 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.
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 in the cloud.
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences.
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.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience)- 5+ years with large-scale Windows or Linux environments,
- 2+ years working with AWS or other cloud technologies
- Experience in system, network, and application administration
- Experience in automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python, or Bash)
Extended Qualifications
- Strong IT infrastructure and networking expertise- Advanced cloud platform knowledge (AWS or similar)
- Demonstrated automation and scripting capabilities
- Experience in data center or mission-critical environments
- Project management experience with complex technical initiatives
- Strong documentation and communication skills
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 $94,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $207,900/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.
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