Amazon Dedicated Cloud Engineer, EC2

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a talented Dedicated Cloud Engineer for their EC2 team focused on government customers. This role combines deep technical expertise in operations, networking, and systems engineering to support one of the largest compute services globally. The position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

As a Dedicated Cloud Engineer, you'll be responsible for implementing innovative cloud computing solutions and operating AWS's massive cloud infrastructure. You'll work in a fast-paced environment where you'll investigate customer issues, analyze metrics, collaborate with top Amazon engineers, and develop automated solutions for operational challenges.

The role offers an opportunity to work with cloud computing at an unprecedented scale while directly impacting government services. You'll become an expert in EC2 platform diagnosis, response, and automation, working alongside passionate cloud computing professionals who prioritize world-class customer service.

Key responsibilities include deep diving into customer issues, investigating metrics, designing scalable operations, and serving as a leading expert on AWS EC2 products. You'll be part of the Utility Computing organization, supporting critical services like EC2, S3, and other innovative AWS products.

Amazon offers competitive compensation ($139,500-$210,000 base salary) plus equity and benefits. The company values work-life harmony and fosters an inclusive culture through employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning experiences. This role provides excellent opportunities for mentorship and career growth within AWS's rapidly expanding cloud infrastructure.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of systems administration experience, strong scripting abilities, and deep knowledge of cloud technologies. Experience with Linux/Windows systems, networking, and production environment support is essential. Most importantly, you should be passionate about cloud computing and ready to help scale AWS's services for their most demanding government customers.