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Description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Are you experienced in building and managing Windows systems, with a passion for maintaining highly-available IT infrastructure and services at a massive scale? The Controls Fleet team is responsible for supporting some of Amazon's most critical infrastructure services. As part of Amazon Web Services (AWS), we power the infrastructure behind the world's premier e-commerce and cloud computing environments. To meet the growing demand for AWS services worldwide, we seek exceptionally motivated individuals driven by learning and innovation. We are looking for a passionate and motivated Windows Engineer to join our team of Systems Engineers.

By joining us, you'll become part of a world-class team in a dynamic environment with the entrepreneurial spirit of a start-up. This is an opportunity to operate and engineer systems on a massive scale, gaining world-class experience in managing and supporting critical infrastructure. You'll work alongside passionate individuals dedicated to deploying and supporting essential IT infrastructure that powers AWS.

The ideal candidate will be innovative, possess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. They should have a keen attention to detail and the ability to solve problems at their root. The Controls Fleet Operations team services customers globally, requiring the ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to different challenges.

In addition, the ideal candidate should have an expert understanding of Windows tools such as Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, Hyper-V, Windows Failover Clustering, and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM). Proficiency in PowerShell and windows automation are essential. This role demands a solid foundation in networking principles and hands-on experience with hardware troubleshooting and system building.

If you are passionate about technology, excited by the prospect of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and driven to solve complex problems, we would love to hear from you.

A day in the life

• Innovation and Problem Solving: Use creativity and analytical skills to tackle complex problems and implement innovative solutions.

• Adaptability: Adapt quickly to changing priorities while managing multiple tasks efficiently.

• AWS CDK Pipeline Management: Develop, manage, and maintain AWS CDK pipelines, ensuring seamless deployment and automation from initial design to production.

• Full Lifecycle CDK Pipeline Management: Lead the full lifecycle of CDK pipelines, including implementation, optimization, troubleshooting, and decommissioning, to support scalable infrastructure delivery.

• Hardware Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve hardware issues, with hands-on system-building experience.

• Networking and Windows Administration: Deep understanding of networking principles and Windows Administration tasks.

• Virtualization Technologies: Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and Hyper-V to manage and optimize virtualized environments.

• On-Call Rotation: Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation supporting global customers.

About the team

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time and participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.

• 5+ years of professional experience in hardware troubleshooting, networking principles, and Windows administration.

• 5+ years of experience with virtualization technologies, including VMware and Hyper-V, for managing and optimizing virtualized environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in managing mostly Windows but Linux environments as well. For Windows skills, this includes experience with Active Directory/LDAP, Group Policy, and system administration. Skilled in PowerShell or Python scripting, with the ability to implement cross-platform security measures and manage core network services like DNS and DHCP.

• Experience in troubleshooting and managing network switches, specifically Cisco and Juniper, including configurations and knowledge of best practices.

• CCNA, Network+, or equivalent certifications required to demonstrate a solid foundation in networking principles and practices.

• Well-versed in AWS services and their implementation in enterprise environments. Able to manage cloud resources effectively, optimize costs, and integrate AWS automation tools. Experienced in implementing cloud security best practices and designing hybrid cloud configurations that leverage AWS Systems Manager, EC2, and S3.

• Experienced in designing and managing enterprise storage solutions, including RAID array configuration and optimization. Proficient in implementing backup and recovery solutions, planning for data redundancy, and managing storage capacity. Capable of setting up monitoring tools and implementing disaster recovery procedures.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

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