Hardware Reliability Engineer, Infrastructure Reliability & Quality

AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking a Hardware Reliability Engineer to join their team responsible for keeping the cloud running smoothly. This role combines technical expertise with business acumen, focusing on maintaining and improving the reliability of AWS's global infrastructure.

As an Infrastructure Reliability Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring AWS datacenter infrastructure and security equipment operates at peak efficiency. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, analyzing and mitigating reliability risks for critical systems including cameras, media destruction devices, access control systems, and various power and cooling equipment.

The role requires a unique blend of technical knowledge and analytical skills. You'll use physics-based approaches to evaluate product reliability, conduct lifecycle environmental assessments, and develop system-level reliability models. Your work will directly impact AWS's ability to provide continuous, reliable service to customers worldwide.

You'll join a diverse team of professionals, including software engineers, hardware specialists, and security experts. The collaborative environment encourages knowledge sharing and professional growth, with access to mentorship and career development resources. AWS values work-life harmony and maintains an inclusive culture that welcomes diverse perspectives and bold ideas.

Key responsibilities include driving reliability risk identification, performing root cause analysis of critical failures, and working with both internal teams and external vendors to implement improvements. You'll need strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record in reliability engineering.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to impact cloud computing infrastructure at a global scale. You'll be part of AWS's mission to deliver the highest standards of safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for customers.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a strong educational background in reliability engineering or related fields. You'll need to be comfortable with both technical analysis and business negotiations, as you'll interface with various stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in datacenter availability.