Full Time

Linux Systems Engineer II , AWS Operations Management (AWSOM)

Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.
Herndon, VA
$104,500 - $160,000 a year* / year (about $50–$77 an hour)

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What a Linux Systems Engineer II , AWS Operations Management (AWSOM) usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: A Linux Systems Engineer II focuses on the design, implementation, and maintenance of Linux-based systems, often within a cloud environment. Responsibilities include automating infrastructure provisioning, troubleshooting system issues, and ensuring system security and performance. This role frequently involves collaborating with development and operations teams to optimize application deployment and stability. They may also participate in on-call rotations to address urgent system incidents.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in Linux administration, scripting languages like Python or Bash, cloud platforms (particularly AWS), configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet), and experience with monitoring and logging systems is generally required.

Good fit for: Individuals with a strong technical aptitude, a passion for automation, and a desire to continuously learn and improve system infrastructure are typically successful in this role.

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