Amazon

Cloud Hardware Development Engineer, AWS Hardware Engineering Services, Specialized Platforms and Servers

Amazon$136K — $184K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent, or 3+ years of relevant technical position experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in server-level design for compute or other complex product design.
  • Experience in developing design verification plans and functional test procedures.
  • Experience in board and server root cause analysis and resolution.
  • 5+ years of experience in complex product development such as servers, network switches, or other highly integrated devices with hardware, software, and service aspects.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement predictive failure detection systems to identify hardware issues proactively.
  • Drive zero-touch operations by automating fault detection, diagnostics, and remediation.
  • Debug complex system failures, diving deep into issues when needed.
  • Complete root cause analysis spanning firmware, kernel, driver, and physical layers.
  • Collaborate with EC2 service teams and Data Center Operations to maintain fleet health.
  • Capture lessons from operations to enhance next-generation design quality and performance.
  • Support the launch and operation of servers in production, integrating solutions tailored for AWS.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
  • 401(k) matching and additional retirement planning benefits.
  • Comprehensive paid time off including vacation and parental leave.
  • Access to Mental Health Support and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care funding.
Full Job Description
Cloud Hardware Development Engineer (CHDE): The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Hardware Engineering Services (HWEngS) Specialized Platforms and Servers team creates Enterprise rack solutions for Amazon's innovative web services. We are seeking experienced CHDEs to own the fleet health, diagnostics, and automation of the Enterprise rack solutions: 1.) Designing and implementing predictive failure detection systems using telemetry, sensor data, error trends, and log correlation to identify hardware issues before they cause a customer impact. 2.) Driving toward zero-touch operations by building detection, diagnostics, and remediation of faults without human intervention 3.) Debugging complex system failures in time-sensitive settings personally diving deep when the problem demands it. 4.) Completing root cause analysis correlating across firmware, kernel, driver, thermal, power, and physical layers. What you will do: As a member of the Specialized Platforms and Servers team, you'll be responsible for collaborating with Elastic Cloud Compute (EC2) service teams and Data Center Operations to maintain fleet health in all the locations we have servers. You will work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners capturing lessons learned while operating the fleet to ensure next generation designs are of the highest quality, constantly looking for ways to improve your product performance, quality and cost. Key job responsibilities As a CHDE you will be responsible for scaling how we operate our massive existing & rapidly growing fleet. You will lead the integration and delivery of servers, support the development of automated monitoring, and failure analysis services to operate, debug, and scale our servers. You will work closely with other AWS software teams to tailor and operate servers solutions for the AWS environment. You will support launching our servers into production and operating our fleet of servers. A day in the life Your day to day responsibilities will be solving operational challenges to our existing fleet with the goal of improving the current customer experience as well as developing improved systems for future designs. About the team The team is comprised of CHDE's, System Development Engineers and Technical Program Managers, all with the common goal of delivering the best specialized server fleet possible to our customers. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent, or 3+ years of relevant technical position experience. - 3+ years of experience in server level design for compute or other complex product design. - Experience in developing design verification plans and functional test procedures. - Experience in board and server root cause analysis and resolution. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of experience in complex product development such as servers, network switches, or other highly integrated devices with hardware, software, and service aspects. - Proficient scripting, debug abilities, and Linux operations commands. - Experience deploying and operating hardware and applications across large data centers. - Meets/exceeds Amazon's leadership principles requirements for this role - Meets/exceeds Amazon's functional/technical depth and complexity for this role The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. USA, CA, Cupertino - 157,300.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually USA, WA, Seattle - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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