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Amazon is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

THE OPPORTUNITY Lead a team of software engineers developing server firmware and embedded software solutions that power AWS's global infrastructure. Your team will drive innovation in data center technology, directly impacting millions of AWS customers worldwide.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead and grow a team of software engineers developing infrastructure solutions • Drive development of embedded software and firmware for AWS fleet, including:

- BIOS
- BMC (Baseboard Management Controller)
- Storage solutions
- Power and battery systems

• Own strategic vision and tactical execution from concept to launch
• Partner across AWS to enable rapid development of next-generation devices
• Drive technical decisions that impact AWS's bottom line and customer experience

IMPACT
• Shape the future of cloud computing
• Influence AWS's competitive advantage in the public cloud market
• Drive innovations that benefit millions of AWS customers
• Lead development of custom hardware solutions at unprecedented scale

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
• Experience leading software teams in infrastructure development
• Strong technical background in embedded systems and firmware
• Track record of delivering complex technical projects

Expertise in:

C, Python, and other programming languages
Embedded software platforms
Large-scale distributed systems
Open source technologies
Amazon services

WHY AWS HARDWARE ENGINEERING?
• Drive innovation at cloud-scale
• Work with industry thought leaders
• Direct impact on AWS's technology roadmap
• Fast-paced, intellectually challenging environment
• Opportunity to shape the future of data center technology
• Learn and grow with a dynamic, innovative team

This role offers the unique opportunity to combine software engineering excellence with hardware innovation, directly influencing the future of cloud computing at AWS.

Key job responsibilities
PEOPLE LEADERSHIP
• Lead and develop multiple teams of software engineers
• Hire and develop the best talent
• Coach and mentor team members and other managers
• Build inclusive, high-performing engineering culture • Manage performance and career development

TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP
• Drive technical vision and strategy for complex software systems
• Make high-stakes architectural decisions
• Ensure technical excellence and best practices
• Review and guide system design and architecture
• Lead technical innovation within the organization

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
• Own end-to-end delivery of large-scale software projects
• Drive operational metrics and service level objectives
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities
• Ensure operational excellence and reliability
• Lead incident management and resolution

BUSINESS IMPACT
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Drive product strategy and roadmap
• Partner with senior leadership on strategic initiatives
• Manage resources and budgets effectively • Deliver measurable business results

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL LEADERSHIP
• Build strong partnerships across organizations
• Influence without authority
• Drive alignment across teams and stakeholders
• Represent the team to senior leadership
• Lead organizational change initiatives

AMAZON LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES
• Demonstrate and promote Amazon's Leadership Principles
• Customer Obsession - ensure solutions meet customer needs
• Dive Deep - understand details while maintaining strategic view
• Have Backbone - make decisions backed by data
• Deliver Results - drive high standards and timely execution

The role requires balancing technical depth, people leadership, and business acumen while maintaining Amazon's high standards and customer focus.