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Systems Engineer, EC2

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing.
Cloud
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Cloud · Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Systems Engineer, EC2

Amazon Web Services (AWS) builds and operates some of the largest internet infrastructure on the planet, providing cloud computing solutions to companies of all sizes. As a Systems Engineer in the EC2 team, you'll be part of the AWS Utility Computing (UC) organization that delivers foundational services like Amazon's Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2).

Your role will involve:

  • Operating and engineering systems at massive scale
  • Implementing cloud computing solutions and solving complex technical problems
  • Supporting the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, IoT, Platform, and Productivity Apps services
  • Delivering foundational capabilities that benefit all AWS customers
  • Troubleshooting and implementing automation using Linux systems
  • Working in a collaborative environment focused on operational excellence

The position offers unique opportunities to:

  • Build and operate distributed systems at massive scale
  • Work with cutting-edge cloud technologies
  • Develop broad technical skills across Linux, networking, and automation
  • Join a world-class team in a dynamic, start-up-like environment
  • Make significant impact on AWS's core infrastructure

AWS values diverse experiences and provides comprehensive benefits including:

  • Mentorship and career growth opportunities
  • Work-life harmony
  • Employee-led affinity groups
  • Continuous learning and development
  • Inclusive team culture

This role combines technical depth with customer focus, requiring strong Linux administration, automation, networking fundamentals, and problem-solving skills. You'll be part of a team that's passionate about cloud computing and committed to delivering first-class service to customers.

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Responsibilities For Systems Engineer, EC2

  • Implement innovative cloud computing solutions
  • Operate and engineer systems at massive scale
  • Support development and management of AWS services
  • Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues
  • Implement Operational Excellence best practices
  • Automate manual processes
  • Monitor and manage service capacity and efficiency

Requirements For Systems Engineer, EC2

Python
Linux
  • Bachelor's Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science or related field, or relevant work experience
  • Working knowledge of Linux system administration
  • Experience of systems automation using BASH, Python, Perl, etc
  • Experience of network fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, HTTP)
  • Good troubleshooting skills at all levels, from application to network to host

Benefits For Systems Engineer, EC2

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Mentorship and career growth opportunities
  • Work-life balance
  • Continuous learning and development
  • Employee-led affinity groups
  • Inclusive team culture

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