Systems Engineer - Data Services in London

Would you like to help implement innovative cloud computing solutions and solve the most complex technical problems? Are you excited by the prospect of building and running the world's largest cloud computing infrastructure to provide a better world for future generations? Amazon Web Services (AWS) builds and operates some of the largest internet infrastructure on the planet; providing companies of all sizes with an infrastructure web services platform in the cloud. With AWS, customers provision compute power, storage, database, and other cloud resources as their business demands them. To meet the growing demand for AWS Services around the globe, we need exceptionally motivated people who are driven by learning and innovation. This is an opportunity to operate and engineer systems on a massive scale, and to gain world class experience in cloud computing. AWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations — from foundational services such as Amazon's Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS's services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you'll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (Iot), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services. Solve unique and first-order problems at massive-scale across many AWS Services Build and influence the tools and utilities that are part of the AWS fleet running our internal servicesKey job responsibilitiesWHAT DOES A SYSTEMS ENGINEER DO AT AMAZON?To achieve this, we implement Operational Excellence best practices and strive to automate manual processes. Our Systems Engineering roles help engineers develop a broad range of skills. They utilise their Linux skills to troubleshoot, innovate fixes and workarounds, keep software up-to-date and provide data and metrics that help manage the capacity and efficiency of our services. They draw on their networking knowledge to identity and troubleshoot network connectivity issues. You will need to be a UK national and able to obtain and maintain a UK Government Security Clearance. Further details found here: the teamAbout AWSDiverse Experiences: AWS values diverse experiences. Why AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. Inclusive Team Culture: AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do. Mentorship & Career Growth: 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. Work/Life Balance: 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. Basic qualifications- Working knowledge of Linux system administration and good troubleshooting skills at all levels, from application to network to host- Experience of systems automation using BASH, Python, Perl, etc- Experience of network fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, qualification - Exposure to cloud computing concepts and design considerations- Knowledge of configuration management systems, such as: Puppet, Chef, Ansible, or related systemsAmazon is an equal opportunities employer. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information.