Systems Development Engineer, Managed Operations

AWS is launching its first European Sovereign Cloud (ESC), a major milestone in Utility Computing. As a Systems Development Engineer in the AWS Managed Operations team, you'll be instrumental in building and leading operations teams focused on high-availability AWS services like EC2, S3, Dynamo, Lambda, and Bedrock for EU customers. The role splits between hands-on production system operations (50%) and strategic improvements to reliability and performance (50%). You'll collaborate with global AWS teams to influence service evolution while ensuring scalable, highly available experiences for EU customers. Key responsibilities include overseeing the ESC launch in 2025, conducting root cause analysis, executing critical production changes, and participating in design discussions and code reviews. The position requires strong programming skills in languages like Java, Python, or Ruby, Linux expertise, and networking knowledge. AWS values diverse experiences and work-life harmony, offering mentorship, career growth opportunities, and an inclusive culture. The role is based in Berlin, Germany, with relocation support available within the EU. This is an opportunity to shape the future of cloud computing while working with cutting-edge technology at AWS, the world's leading cloud platform.