If you are an experienced software developer who is passionate about building the platform to support the world’s premier cloud computing environment, then this is the job for you. The EC2 data plane team is responsible for the design and maintenance of all of Amazon's core compute platforms, with a special focus on EC2, the Elastic Compute Cloud that is the basis for much of Amazon Web Services (AWS). We're also responsible for tools associated with the performance characterization, qualification, build and deployment of our Linux platforms. We are looking for a Software Development Engineer to drive product and operational excellence in this strategically critical space. Software Development Engineers work with technical leaders to refine technical direction, and then follow through with detailed analysis, designs, and optimal code. They are equally comfortable leading small, focused project teams as well as making major direct contributions to the project. They deliver features with
· BA/BS in Computer Science or related discipline, or equivalent work experience. · At least 5 years of industry experience focused on Linux. · Proficiency in using the typical Linux toolbox of open source software and management tools.· Experience using the typical Linux toolbox of open source software and management tools. · Experience developing for Hypervisors or the Linux Kernel. · Skilled in at least two of C, shell, Python or Ruby. · MS or PhD in Computer Science. · 10+ years of industry experience focused on Linux with extensive embedded and/or kernel experience. · 5+ years as a senior