AWS is set to introduce the inaugural European Sovereign Cloud (ESC), marking a significant development in utility computing (UC). To spearhead this initiative, we are actively seeking experienced senior systems engineers with a strong background in automation and operations. As part of the AWS Managed Operations team, you will play a pivotal role in building and leading operations and development teams dedicated to delivering high-availability AWS services, including EC2, S3, Dynamo, Lambda, and Bedrock, exclusively for EU customers. For more information on ESC, see Responsibilities Oversee the launch of the ESC in 2025, working closely with global AWS teams, and influencing the evolution of AWS services and technology. Collaborate with technology leaders, contribute to the enhancement of day-to-day operations, and ensure improvements in availability, reliability, latency, performance, and efficiency of the ESC. Participate in on-call rotations to resolve incidents occurring out-of-hours. Eligibility Requirements Fluency in written and spoken English is required. The candidate must be a national of an EU member state and reside in the EU to operate the AWS European Sovereign Cloud. Amazon will provide relocation support for successful applicants relocating within the European Union. Employees will participate in an on-call rota. Basic Qualifications This role requires you to be a national of an EU member state. Deep systems engineering experience, working with hardware, software, networking, operating systems. Proficient scripting processes in a language such as Bash, Python, or Ruby. Deep expertise in Linux and networking with proven ability to conduct advanced system diagnostics, implement preventive measures, and resolve complex technical issues that impact system performance, reliability, scalability, and high availability across distributed software environments. Demonstrated success in root cause analysis, performance optimization, and implementing robust monitoring solutions to ensure seamless operation of mission-critical systems. Proficient in leading the creation, revision, and/or improvement of standard operational procedures (SOPs) and driving operational best practices. Preferred Qualifications Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives that align multiple teams and stakeholders across organizational boundaries. Ability to influence without direct authority. Experience mentoring and developing teams and engineers. Experience operating 24x7 high-availability, distributed software applications and performance tuning software applications and optimizing fleet utilization. Experience supporting service in AWS or other cloud systems or services. Proficient with Infrastructure as Code, such as CDK, CloudFormation, Puppet, Chef, Ansible, or similar. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice for more information on how we collect, use, and transfer the personal data of our candidates. 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. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. #J-18808-Ljbffr