Senior Systems Engineer, Data Center Controls & Automation

Amazon Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer to deploy infrastructure, automate operations, and manage large-scale Windows environments in our data centers. The role emphasizes hybrid cloud approaches, scripting in PowerShell, Python, or Bash, and collaboration with global teams.

You will join a on-site team supporting 24x7 operations, with occasional travel and on-call rotations; hands-on with data center hardware and virtualization, and a focus on reliability and security.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Linux systems administration and/or development experience.
• 1+ years of experience in at least two languages: Python, Java, Perl, PHP, Ruby or Bash/Shell.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or other technical degree or related experience.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals.
• Experience working in a 24/7 production environment.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, manage, and support large scale Windows environments across physical data center infrastructure, including servers, switches, networking components, and virtualization platforms
• Oversee data center construction initiatives, manage rack deployment and configuration, and support infrastructure refresh projects replacing end of life systems
• Design and develop automation tools and scripts using PowerShell, Python, or Bash to streamline deployment processes, improve operational efficiency, and support infrastructure management at scale
• Leverage AWS cloud services to support hybrid infrastructure environments, bridging physical data center systems with cloud based solutions
• Lead multiple concurrent projects focused on infrastructure optimization, security enhancements, and quality of life improvements while coordinating with cross functional stakeholders
• Partner with internal teams including networking, software, developers, and controls engineers; communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences across global teams
• Implement robust security measures, identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and ensure infrastructure meets security best practices throughout system transitions
• Participate in 24/7 on call rotation (primary and secondary, one week rotations) and maintain availability for occasional travel (approximately 25%, valid passport required)

Skills

Linux systems administration

Python

Java

Bash/Shell

Networking fundamentals

On-call rotation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Puppet

Chef

Ansible

Virtualization

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer to deploy infrastructure, automate operations, and manage large-scale Windows environments in our data centers. The role emphasizes hybrid cloud approaches, scripting in PowerShell, Python, or Bash, and collaboration with global teams.

You will join a on-site team supporting 24x7 operations, with occasional travel and on-call rotations; hands-on with data center hardware and virtualization, and a focus on reliability and security.