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The everything store and cloud computing leader
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
- Over 1.5 million employees worldwide
- Leading cloud services through Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Acquired Whole Foods, Twitch, and Ring
Amazon, headquartered in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA, is the world's largest online retailer and a leader in cloud computing through Amazon Web Services (AWS). With over 1.5 million employees globally, Amazon operates in various sectors, including AI with its Alexa devices and a vast marketplace k...
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Overview
Amazon is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer to implement innovative cloud computing solutions and solve complex technical problems. You'll work with AWS services like EC2 and S3 to support the development and management of cloud infrastructure. This position requires strong technical skills and a collaborative mindset.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in systems engineering with a focus on cloud computing solutions — your experience includes working with large-scale infrastructure and understanding the complexities of cloud services. You thrive in collaborative environments and are motivated by learning and innovation, eager to tackle the challenges of building and running the world's largest cloud computing infrastructure.
You possess a deep understanding of AWS services, including foundational offerings like Amazon S3 and EC2 — your expertise allows you to support customers with specialized security solutions and optimize cloud resources based on business demands. You are driven by the prospect of making a positive impact on future generations through technology.
What you'll do
As a Senior Systems Engineer at Amazon, you will be responsible for implementing innovative cloud computing solutions that address complex technical problems. You will dive deep into understanding customer issues, investigating metrics, and ensuring the reliability and performance of AWS services. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and manage services in Compute, Database, Storage, IoT, and Productivity Apps.
You will support the development of new product innovations and enhancements that set AWS apart in the industry, ensuring that our infrastructure meets the growing demand for cloud services globally. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of our cloud offerings, helping customers leverage AWS to its fullest potential.
What we offer
At Amazon, you will be part of a collaborative and enthusiastic environment where we value hard work and innovation. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe diverse teams build better products. You will have opportunities for professional growth and development, working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.
Join us in our mission to provide the best cloud computing solutions and make history together.
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