Systems Engineer, Managed Operations

AWS Managed Operations (MO) is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their team focused on operating AWS regions, particularly the upcoming European Sovereign Cloud launch in 2025. This role is critical in maintaining and improving the availability, reliability, and performance of AWS systems.

As a Systems Engineer, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day operations of AWS software systems, working with a wide range of technologies across hardware, software, networking, and operating systems. Your role involves monitoring system health, troubleshooting issues, and implementing automation to reduce operational toil.

The position requires strong diagnostic skills and the ability to understand complex system architectures. You'll be writing and reviewing operational procedures, developing scripts for workflow automation, and participating in 24x7 on-call rotations to ensure system reliability.

AWS Managed Operations is part of the Utility Computing (UC) organization, which provides foundational services like S3 and EC2, along with continuous product innovations. The team specifically focuses on operating AWS' first Sovereign partition product, requiring EU resident operators to maintain customer trust and transparency.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of systems operations experience, strong scripting abilities in languages like Python or Bash, and a deep understanding of system architectures. Experience with AWS services and Infrastructure as Code is highly valued.

This role offers excellent growth opportunities within AWS, including mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and career development resources. Amazon provides a supportive work environment with flexible hours and work-life harmony, along with relocation support for candidates moving within the EU.

Join a team that's building the future of cloud computing while maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence. Your contributions will directly impact millions of AWS customers while working with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative, learning-focused environment.