System Dev Engineer I, Analytics ADC

Application deadline: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis

The Analytics team is at the forefront of delivering AWS cloud analytics

services to our customers. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is

possible in this rapidly evolving field, leveraging the power of cloud computing

and the latest advancements in data technologies. With a focus on expanding

analytics services across AWS regions, driving automation investments, and

delivering scalable data solutions, we are at the forefront of modernization.

Our teams are innovating new ways of building massively scalable distributed

systems and delivering the next generation of cloud analytics with services like

Amazon EMR, Amazon Athena, and Amazon Redshift.

We are seeking a Systems Development Engineer II who can think big and simplify

solutions to complex problems, all while ensuring our customers continue to have

the best experience possible!

A successful Systems Development Engineer II joining the team will be an

innovator, building solutions and working closely with Amazon's largest and most

demanding customers to address their specific needs across a suite of Analytics

services — including Amazon EMR, Athena, and Redshift. They will drive the

resolution of technical issues and work diligently to improve the customer

experience.

This position requires that the candidate selected must currently possess and

maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph. The position

further requires the candidate to opt into a commensurate clearance for each

government agency for which they perform AWS work.

Key job responsibilities

The ideal candidate will:

- Be great fun to work with. Our company credo is "Work hard. Have fun.

Make

history". The right candidate will love what they do and instinctively know how

to make work fun.

- Have strong Linux & Networking Fundamentals. The ideal candidate will have

deep experience working with Linux, preferably in a large scale, distributed

environment. You understand networking technology and how servers and networks

inter-relate. You regularly take part in deep-dive troubleshooting and conduct

technical post-mortem discussions to identify the root cause of complex issues.

- Have strong software and skills. The ideal candidate will have deep experience

working with systems in a large scale, distributed environment. You understand

networking technology and how servers and networks inter-relate. You are

comfortable facilitating deep-dive troubleshooting and leading technical

post-mortem discussions to identify the root cause of complex issues.

- Love to solve problems. The ideal candidate will love leading teams to solve

difficult technical problems related to AWS service builds and operations in

air-gapped cloud environments. You have a solid understanding of systems design,

operations, automation, and process improvement.

- Think Big. The ideal candidate will work on projects building and deploying

solutions across ADC partitions and regions. You will strive build a culture to

improve and streamline processes to allow for work on a massive scale.

A day in the life

As a Systems Development Engineer II in Analytics, you will build innovative

solutions, expand services into GovCloud regions, and improve our operations to

provide resiliency and the best experience for our customers. You influence

technical strategy and architectural decisions within the team and with partner

teams and make data-driven decisions. You bring in best practices in operational

and engineering excellence by actively contributing to ticket resolution and

infrastructure improvements. Successful candidates will be expected to show

leadership on strong Bias for Action, Invent and Simplify, Insist on the Highest

Standards, and Deliver Results.

You will develop, build, and operate AWS Agentic AI services that enable

customers to optimize their data. Our engineering teams support services running

in air gapped regions that are isolated from the public internet creating unique

engineering challenges and opportunities for innovation. The Analytics team is

responsible for diving deep to resolve operational challenges, innovating to

automate operational tasks, build open source solutions for our customers,

supporting execution of various security campaigns (blocked software, host

patching), and parity programs.

As a Systems Development Engineer II you will:

- Work cross functionally to foster a constructive dialogue, harmonize

discordant views, and lead the resolution of contentious issues.

- Love to code. Whether its building tools in Java or solving complex system

problems in Python, the ideal candidate will love using technology to solve

problems. You have a solid understanding of software development methodology and

know how to use the right tool for the right job.

- Think Big. The ideal candidate will build and deploy solutions across

thousands of devices. You will strive to improve and streamline processes to

allow for work on a massive scale.

About the team

Why AWS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted

cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating —

that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies

trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation

of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the

cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage,

networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have

continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging

problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re

looking for talented people who want to help.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led

affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our

differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our

Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us

to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the

expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of

our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home,

there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Mentorship and Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s

Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and

other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded

professional.

Diverse Experiences

Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred

qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates

to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path,

or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Basic

Qualifications

• - Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting
• infrastructure
• - Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby,
• Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
• - Experience with Linux/Unix

Preferred Qualifications

• - Experience with CI/CD
• pipelines build processes
• Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis
• of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
• Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our
• customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or
• adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the
• interview or onboarding process, please visit
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• contact your Recruiting Partner.
• The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package
• will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final
• compensation will be determined based on factors including experience,
• qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits
• including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &
• AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health
• Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy
• Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
• Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits
• [https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits].
• USA, CO, Denver - 99,100.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually