Come build the future of Linux at Amazon with the Amazon Linux Team! If you are an experienced systems / 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 Amazon Linux 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. Systems Development Engineers work with technical leaders to refine technical direction, and then follow through with detailed analysis, designs, and superior code. They are equally comfortable leading small, focused project teams as well as making major direct contributions to the project. They deliver features with minimal direct oversight. The baseline individual for this
· BA/BS in Computer Science or related discipline, or equivalent work experience. · At least 3 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 with Debian / Ubuntu packaging · Experience with RPM packaging · Skilled in at least two of C, shell, Python or Ruby. · A solid understanding of Linux networking. · Experience working with the open source community. · Experience with distributed systems architecture