Systems Engineer, Route 53

Amazon Web Services (AWS); City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud computing company is seeking passionate Systems Engineers in Melbourne to solve complex technical challenges. Ideal candidates will excel in automation, infrastructure deployment, and possess strong scripting skills in Python or Bash. Responsibilities include driving continuous improvement and technical direction for the team. The role seeks individuals with operational excellence and a solid understanding of network protocols. Join a diverse team dedicated to delivering innovative solutions in the cloud.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in automating and supporting large-scale infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networks.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement and automate processes.
• Lead technical direction and projects within the team.
• Work on measuring and improving operational mechanisms.

Skills

Automating large-scale infrastructure

Deployment support

Knowledge of TCP/IP networks

Scripting with Python, Perl, Bash, or PowerShell

Running/troubleshooting Linux servers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are looking for passionate Systems Engineers ready to solve the world's most complex technical challenges through innovative cloud computing solutions. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong development abilities to drive innovation and operational excellence when designing, implementing, and maintaining solutions across Route 53.

Amazon Route 53 is a highly available and scalable Domain Name System (DNS) service offered by Amazon Web Services. We operate in over 50 locations worldwide and provide advanced functionality such as latency‑based routing (LBR), Private DNS, Geo DNS routing, DNS failover, and integration with a number of AWS services. On top of that, we offer fast change propagation with a 100% availability SLA. We are building some of the largest and most complex distributed systems in the world, and we need adaptable people to help us implement and operate them.

This position can be based at our Melbourne or Sydney office locations.

Key job responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement from disparate data through tooling and automation.
• Drive root cause analyses, in collaboration with software development teams, as well as influencing local development to improve operational performance.
• Work in an environment where operational excellence is truly the first priority, and where the degree of automation is above bar.
• Use data, feedback, and subject matter expertise to measure and improve mechanisms.
• Automate processes whenever possible to enable scalability and reduce manual effort.
• Leverage technical acumen to drive the team’s strategic decisions and direction.
• Hold or attain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance.

A day in the life

It’s always Day 1 at Amazon. On a typical day, a Route 53 Systems Development Engineer drives the technical direction for the team, leads projects, and works to ensure less tenured engineers are set up for success. The most exciting part of this role is seeing the team build and deliver the latest Route 53 features and software releases for our customers.

About The Team

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.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure
• Knowledge of TCP/IP networks
• Experience scripting with Python, Perl, Bash, or PowerShell
• Experience with running/troubleshooting Linux‑based servers

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Network protocols like DNS/DHCP/TCP, or experience in Database like NoSQL
• Knowledge of AWS or cloud computing
• Experience in automation and programming
• Passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

IDE Statement

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.