Systems Engineer- Network Specialist, Controls Fleet
Amazon
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.
The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of Windows server administration, networking, and virtualization. Proficiency in AWS tooling and administration is also a strong fit for this role. This position demands a solid foundation in networking principles, along with hands-on experience in 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.
Key job responsibilities
• Network Engineering Expertise: Proven ability to troubleshoot large-scale Layer 2 networks, configure and resolve issues at the switch level, with hands-on experience in Juniper and Cisco hardware.
About the team
Why AWS
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.
Diverse Experiences
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.
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. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.
Inclusive Team Culture
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Mentorship and Career Growth
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Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or higher
• 2+ years experience supporting network switches
• Ability to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in troubleshooting and managing network switches, specifically Cisco and Juniper, including configurations and knowledge of best practices.
• Proficiency in network configuration with hands-on experience working with routing, switching, and VLANs.
• CCNA, Network+, or equivalent certifications required to demonstrate a solid foundation in networking principles and practices.
• Experience in Windows server administration, including the installation, configuration, and management of both physical and virtualized servers.
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies, such as VMware or Hyper-V, with an ability to optimize and manage virtual environments effectively.
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