Systems Development Engineer, AWS HWEngS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing.
$116,300 - $201,200
DevOps
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Systems Development Engineer, AWS HWEngS

AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking an L5 Systems Development Engineer to join their Firmware Builder Services (FBS) team within the Hardware Engineering Services (HWEngS) organization. This role is crucial in maintaining AWS's global infrastructure, which supports all AWS data centers and their essential equipment. The position involves designing, developing, and maintaining services and systems that enable firmware delivery to AWS datacenters worldwide.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of hardware and software, focusing on firmware deployment orchestration systems. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges and shape the future of AWS infrastructure. The position requires expertise in systems engineering fundamentals, including networking, storage, and operating systems, along with strong programming skills.

AWS provides a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive base pay ranging from $116,300 to $201,200 depending on location, plus equity and benefits. The company emphasizes work-life harmony and offers extensive career development opportunities through mentorship and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of professional software development experience and 7+ years of systems engineering experience. They should be comfortable working in an Agile environment and have experience with microservices architecture and event-driven systems. This role offers the opportunity to directly impact AWS's infrastructure while working with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Working at AWS means joining a pioneer in cloud computing, with opportunities to influence technical directions that affect customers worldwide. The company values diverse experiences and fosters an inclusive culture through employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning experiences.

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Responsibilities For Systems Development Engineer, AWS HWEngS

  • Designing, developing, and maintaining services, systems and operational infrastructure
  • Enable delivery of firmware to AWS datacenters globally
  • Collaborate with cross-functional product vertical and firmware development teams
  • Stand up operational infrastructure to manage services and systems at scale
  • Development and scaling of firmware deployment orchestration systems

Requirements For Systems Development Engineer, AWS HWEngS

Python
Java
Go
Linux
  • 2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 1+ years of designing or architecting new and existing systems experience
  • 7+ years of administrative experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems
  • Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals
  • Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby

Benefits For Systems Development Engineer, AWS HWEngS

Medical Insurance
401k
  • Full range of medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • 401k
  • Flexible work culture
  • Career development opportunities
  • Mentorship programs

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