Systems Engineer, Route 53 DNS Services

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Mid-Level Software Engineer
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3+ years of experience
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Description For Systems Engineer, Route 53 DNS Services

AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking a Systems Engineer for their Route 53 DNS Services team, a critical component of AWS's global infrastructure. This role sits at the intersection of operations, networking, and systems engineering, managing millions of DNS queries and deploying software to thousands of hosts.

As part of the AWS Utility Computing (UC) organization, you'll work on foundational services like S3 and EC2, while supporting the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, IoT, Platform, and Productivity Apps services. The role offers an exceptional opportunity to operate and engineer systems at massive scale, gaining invaluable experience in cloud computing from within AWS.

The position combines technical depth with operational excellence, requiring someone who can think outside the box and isn't afraid to reinvent systems and processes. You'll join a world-class team that operates all DNS services, enabling you to drive cross-organizational initiatives to remove operational hurdles, optimize software delivery, and eliminate bottlenecks.

Every new team member is paired with a peer buddy to accelerate onboarding and understanding of AWS technologies. The company also offers a formal mentorship program, matching you with mentors based on location, job family, and level. The inclusive culture at AWS values diverse experiences and perspectives, fostering an environment where bold ideas are welcomed and encouraged.

The role involves working with Linux systems, network fundamentals, and automation tools, requiring both deep technical knowledge and strong problem-solving abilities. You'll collaborate with top engineers at Amazon, investigate complex issues, and implement solutions that improve customer experience at scale. This position offers an excellent opportunity for those passionate about large-scale systems engineering and cloud infrastructure.

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Responsibilities For Systems Engineer, Route 53 DNS Services

  • Drive the design and implementation of new services
  • Use Linux and networking skills to troubleshoot, innovate fixes and workarounds
  • Dive deep to root cause customer issues
  • Investigate metric trends
  • Consult with top engineers at Amazon
  • Discuss and implement new approaches to automate operational issues
  • Implement automation to scale operational efficiencies

Requirements For Systems Engineer, Route 53 DNS Services

Linux
Python
  • Bachelor's Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science or related field, or relevant work experience
  • Working knowledge of Linux system administration
  • Experience of systems automation using BASH, Python, Perl, etc
  • Experience of network fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, HTTP)
  • Good troubleshooting skills at all levels, from application to network to host

Benefits For Systems Engineer, Route 53 DNS Services

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Mentorship Program
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Inclusive Culture

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