The role is for a Linux/Unix System Engineer within the AWS Infrastructure Services team, focusing on maintaining and improving network tools and systems for U.S. Government clients. The team collaborates with various specialists to ensure high standards of safety and security while delivering innovative cloud computing solutions. Candidates should possess strong Linux/Unix administration skills and the ability to automate tasks and develop software. The position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to operational excellence.

• Bachelor's degree or CSSLP certification.
• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
• 2+ years of experience designing or architecting systems.
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or above.
• Experience with PowerShell, Python, Ruby, or Java.
• Experience working in an Agile environment using the Scrum methodology.
• 7+ years of administrative experience in networking, storage systems, and operating systems.

• Calmly and quickly diagnose and fix critical systems failures in high-pressure situations.
• Manage and grow innovative, production-quality tools to solve real operational problems.
• Investigate complicated technical issues scientifically and assist in fixing them.
• Design, implement, test, deploy, and maintain innovative software solutions.
• Collaborate with internal software development teams to drive improvement of systems and services.

• Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.