Systems Engineer, Managed Operations

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Senior Software Engineer
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5+ years of experience
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Description For Systems Engineer, Managed Operations

AWS is launching its first European Sovereign Cloud (ESC), a groundbreaking development in utility computing. This role is part of the AWS Managed Operations team, focusing on building and leading operations for high-availability AWS services like EC2, S3, Dynamo, Lambda, and Bedrock specifically for EU customers. The position involves working with cutting-edge cloud technology and collaborating with global AWS teams to shape the future of cloud services in Europe.

As a Systems Engineer, you'll be instrumental in the 2025 launch of ESC, ensuring optimal service performance and reliability. Your responsibilities include monitoring service health, implementing improvements, and participating in on-call rotations. The role requires strong technical expertise in system operations, automation, and problem-solving.

AWS values diverse experiences and promotes an inclusive culture through employee-led affinity groups and inclusion events. The company offers significant opportunities for professional growth through mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and career development resources. Work-life harmony is emphasized with flexible work arrangements.

The position is based in Berlin, Germany, and requires fluency in English. AWS provides relocation support for candidates within the EU. You'll be joining a company known for pioneering cloud computing and continuous innovation, working on services that power businesses from startups to Global 500 companies.

The role combines technical challenges with strategic importance, as you'll help build and maintain the infrastructure for AWS's dedicated European cloud offering. It's an opportunity to shape the future of cloud computing while working with some of the most advanced technologies in the industry.

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Responsibilities For Systems Engineer, Managed Operations

  • Oversee the launch of the European Sovereign Cloud (ESC) in 2025
  • Work with global AWS teams to influence AWS services and technology evolution
  • Monitor and improve operational health of services
  • Participate in on-call rotations for incident resolution
  • Enhance availability, reliability, latency, performance, and efficiency of the ESC
  • Develop and test automation scripts
  • Educate service teams about European Sovereign Cloud complexities

Requirements For Systems Engineer, Managed Operations

Python
Ruby
Linux
  • Experience operating software systems
  • Proficiency in hardware, software, networking, and operating systems
  • Experience documenting technical problems and writing SOPs
  • Proficient scripting in Bash, Python, or Ruby
  • Strong diagnostic skills and system architecture understanding
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Legal right to work in Germany

Benefits For Systems Engineer, Managed Operations

Relocation Benefits
  • Relocation support within EU
  • Flexible work hours
  • Mentorship and career development
  • Employee-led affinity groups
  • Knowledge-sharing resources

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