Software Development Manager - AWS Firmware Services

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.

AWS Firmware Services provide the underlying server management infrastructure used by every server in Amazon, from EC2 to S3 to DynamoDB and beyond.

Consequently, we own some of the most sophisticated software anywhere, including firmware and back-end service infrastructure.

Optimizing the dynamics of ever-changing environmental conditions, monitored with millions upon millions of sensors, is a massive challenge, and we love it!

We are looking for a seasoned Software Development Manager to lead a team that builds services to run the AWS Firmware engineering business.

You will lead a team of world-class software developers who thrive on creating innovative, scalable solutions for real-world infrastructure firmware services problems.

You will be part of larger development efforts to build, validate and support firmware in diverse technology domains from embedded software to large-scale distributed software systems, using proprietary and open source technologies.

We are looking for an experienced Software Development Manager to build and own firmware services for the AWS hardware infrastructure business.

The ideal candidate for this role will be an innovative, hands-on leader seasoned in building and leading software teams developing services to manage firmware delivery and server infrastructure at scale.

As a manager in this team, you will be leading a team of highly motivated software developers that thrives on solving challenging problems with innovative solutions.

The team couples deep knowledge of the software stack operating within a cloud environment, software development skills set and scalable software engineering techniques to solve real world business automation problems.

You would lead a team building, validating, and operating software solutions in diverse technology domains from embedded software platforms to large-scale distributed software systems in Java, Python and other languages using proprietary and open source technologies and Amazon services alike.

You will lead a team responsible for development and operation of firmware services focussed on all aspects of the firmware lifecycle, firmware process automation and infrastructure at scale.

You will lead new feature development efforts from concept to launch and beyond. You will establish strategic vision and drive execution in defining and delivering new products and services.

This is a fast-paced position where you will be challenged to think on your feet. You’ll work with thought leaders in multiple technology areas.

AWS Engineers are shaping the way people use computers and designing the future of cloud.

Why it matters : Public cloud IT services represent the majority of growth in the overall IT services market and will continue to do so for several years to come.

The scale of AWS, combined with an understanding of how our hardware is used, creates a unique opportunity for customization that will directly benefit our customers.

Why you will love it : You will work with teams across the company to enable the rapid development of next-generation devices.

You will have a direct impact on our bottom line and the ability to deliver improvements for our developers. You will lead part of a growing, fast paced, and fun team.

You will have ownership for the implementation of your work. You will see direct product improvements based on the results of your work.

Along the way, we guarantee that you’ll learn a ton, have fun and make a positive impact on millions of people.

About the team

Why AWS*

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Diverse Experiences*

Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply.

If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Work / Life Balance*

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture.

When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Inclusive Team Culture*

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences.

Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship and Career Growth*

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations :

Seattle, WA, USA

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of engineering team management experience
• 7+ years of working directly within engineering teams experience
• 3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
• 8+ years of leading the definition and development of multi tier web services experience
• Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software / hardware / networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations
• Experience partnering with product or program management teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategy
• Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring / coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineers
30+ days ago