Amazon Dedicated Cloud Engineer, Infrastructure Engineering Reliability and Operations (IREO)

AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking a Dedicated Cloud Engineer to join their Infrastructure Engineering Reliability and Operations (IREO) team. This role is at the heart of AWS's global infrastructure, where you'll be responsible for keeping the cloud running efficiently and securely.

The position requires a unique blend of technical expertise and security credentials, specifically demanding an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph and US citizenship. You'll be working with one of the largest distributed systems in the world, supporting AWS data centers and managing critical infrastructure components including servers, storage, and networking equipment.

As an IREO team member, you'll be involved in pre-deployment testing, integration, and infrastructure establishment for software services in Amazon Dedicated Clouds. Your responsibilities will include maintaining service availability, implementing automation for scale, and serving as an escalation point for complex technical challenges. The role requires strong Linux/Unix administration skills, scripting abilities, and a deep understanding of cloud platforms.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of administrative experience with Linux or cloud environments, demonstrating proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Ruby, and Bash. Knowledge of AWS services (EC2, EBS, S3, CloudWatch, CloudFormation) and database systems (MySQL, DynamoDB) is highly valued.

Amazon offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $81,900 to $152,000 based on geographic location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. You'll join a diverse, inclusive team culture that values work-life harmony and provides extensive opportunities for professional growth through mentorship and knowledge-sharing.

This role offers unique opportunities to work on challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain, while maintaining the highest standards for safety and security. You'll collaborate across AWS teams to deliver seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for customers, making a direct impact on the Intelligence Community's mission through your work.