Overview
Would you like to help implement innovative cloud computing solutions and solve the world’s most complex technical problems? Do you have a deep passion and desire to engineer and operate 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 world’s largest internet infrastructure. We provide companies of all sizes with an infrastructure web services platform in the cloud, allowing them to provision compute power, storage, database, and other resources as their business demands. To meet the growing global demand for AWS services, we need exceptionally motivated people driven by learning and innovation.
Joining us means working in a dynamic, start‑up like environment while operating and engineering systems on a massive scale. You’ll gain world‑class experience in cloud computing and work with people who are passionate about delivery and customer success.
Key Responsibilities
What does a Systems Development Manager do at Amazon?
- Lead a team of engineers that own large portions of the architecture with real impact.
- Set strategic direction and long‑term vision for the team.
- Operate under the SRE model, solving problems of scale through automation.
- Mentor, hire, and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Investigate root causes of customer issues, metric trends, and operational incidents, and collaborate with top engineers.
- Champion high‑quality engineering practices and end‑to‑end system ownership.
- Advise on system architecture and recommend solutions aligned with best practices.
- Explore new ways to improve operations when strategy is not defined.
- Guide teams in simplifying and reinventing systems, processes, and tools to better the customer experience.
- Ensure out‑of‑hours support is efficient and painless for customers.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders and influence multi‑team initiatives.
Your Team Will Spend Time
- Automating the world’s most advanced cloud computing infrastructure.
- Simplifying and reinventing systems, processes, and tools.
- Building unique solutions to technical problems for customers.
- Providing guidance on system architecture and recommending solutions in alignment with best practices.
- Investigating new ways to improve operations when strategy is not defined.
- Mentoring, hiring, and developing team members.
- Learning from Amazon senior and principal engineers.
- Identifying, troubleshooting, and fixing root causes to problems.
About the Team
About AWS
AWS is the world’s most comprehensive and widely adopted cloud platform, trusted by entrepreneurs and Global 500 companies alike. We pioneered cloud computing and continue to innovate, powering the businesses of tomorrow.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. If you do not meet every preferred qualification or have an unconventional career path, we encourage you to apply. We are especially interested in candidates who bring alternative experiences.
Inclusive Team Culture
AWS fosters curiosity and connection through employee‑led and company‑sponsored affinity groups. We promote inclusion and empower employees to celebrate what makes them unique.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We provide ongoing mentorship, knowledge sharing, and career‑advancing resources to help you grow into a well‑rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value flexibility and work‑life harmony, believing that success at work should not come at the expense of personal life. Our culture supports balance for both workplace and home.
Basic Qualifications
- Experience managing system or software development teams.
- Hands‑on experience in systems engineering and administration of networking, storage, and operating systems.
- Experience in agile software development methodology.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of professional software engineering and full software development life cycle practices, including coding standards, architecture, code reviews, source control, continuous deployments, testing, and operational excellence.
- Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals such as networking, storage, and operating systems.
- Experience with Agile practices (Kanban, continuous delivery, etc.).
- Experience with AWS platforms, services, and design patterns.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value the diversity of our workforce and make hiring decisions based on experience and skills. We protect your privacy and the security of your data. For more information, see our Privacy Notice.
Amazon does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you need accommodations during the application and hiring process, visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for assistance.
Company – Amazon EU SARL (UK Branch)
Job ID: A10394511
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