Sr. System Development Engineer, Solid State Drives Team

AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking a Senior System Development Engineer to join their Solid State Drives (SSD) team. This role is crucial in maintaining AWS's global infrastructure, focusing on the design, planning, and operation of storage solutions that power the cloud.

The position involves leading automation initiatives for SSD components used in both new product introductions and sustaining fleet servers. You'll be responsible for implementing software best practices, creating architecture requirements, and developing comprehensive design documentation. The role requires extensive experience with Linux systems, kernel drivers, and OS-level software.

As a member of the Hardware Engineering team, you'll work on server designs that are industry-leading in frugality and operational excellence. These designs are critical to AWS's success and its more than one million customers. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of the full technical stack, from hardware to software, and be passionate about cloud-scale operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and implementing software best practices
• Developing automation capabilities for SSD components
• Creating and maintaining diagnostic tools for continuous monitoring
• Debugging complex server platforms
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $136,100 to $235,200 per year, depending on location and experience. AWS provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, financial, and career development resources. The company strongly values diversity and inclusion, offering various employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning experiences.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to impact cloud computing's future while working with cutting-edge storage technologies. You'll be part of a growing, fast-paced team where you'll have direct ownership of your work and see the immediate impact of your contributions on AWS's global infrastructure.