Systems Development Engineer, Managed Operations

AWS is launching its first European Sovereign Cloud (ESC), a groundbreaking development in utility computing. This role within the AWS Managed Operations team is crucial for building and leading operations and development teams focused on high-availability AWS services like EC2, S3, Dynamo, Lambda, and Bedrock, specifically for EU customers.

The position combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic influence on AWS service evolution. You'll work directly with technology leaders to enhance operations and improve key metrics including availability, reliability, latency, performance, and efficiency. The role involves participating in on-call rotations and contributing to incident resolution.

As a Systems Development Engineer, you'll be part of AWS Utility Computing (UC), which drives product innovations from foundational services to cutting-edge features. The team supports various AWS services including Compute, Database, Storage, IoT, Platform, and Productivity Apps.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of software development experience, strong Linux and networking fundamentals, and proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems. You'll need proficiency in languages like Java, TypeScript, Python, or Ruby, plus experience with cloud systems and high-availability services.

This is an opportunity to shape the future of cloud computing in Europe while working with cutting-edge technology at massive scale. You'll join a diverse, inclusive team culture that values continuous learning and innovation. AWS offers excellent career growth opportunities, mentorship, and a strong focus on work-life harmony.

The position is based in Dublin, Ireland, and includes relocation support for EU candidates. You'll be part of AWS's mission to be Earth's Best Employer, with access to extensive learning resources, affinity groups, and professional development opportunities. The role requires fluency in English and legal right to work in Ireland.