Amazon
Sr. Systems Engineer/Architect, AWS Bespoke Solutions
Amazon, Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070
Overview
The Bespoke Solutions group in AWS Region Services is looking for an Interdisciplinary Systems Engineer with technical leadership experience leading hardware, software, and FGPA developers through the systems engineering lifecycle from conception to delivery. They will perform system/product definition, requirements decomposition, technical risk assessments, and end-to end testing for scalable high assurance embedded systems in the AWS technology ecosystem. Responsibilities
Evaluate, develop, and deliver solutions for the lifecycle of complex interdisciplinary system design problems for which the technical strategy is frequently not defined Derive requirements for system efficiency, operational excellence, and user experience Lead design and system engineers to perform verification and validation of certification requirements Generate technical artifacts that ensure design completeness and improve system traceability Lead design meetings to plan development and review peer designs Test/verify new technologies to improve the customer experience Mentor and educate other engineers on systems goals and constraints in relation to physical, interfaces, compliance, data management, and risk management A day in the life
You will be a technical leader on a cross-functional team of hardware and software developers, focusing on system-level integration and verification. You will help set and maintain the standard for system testing and verification, understanding and planning for the impact of team decisions on overall system architecture in team meetings, design reviews, and through written documents. You will lead architectural discussions, and strategic planning meetings. You will use and develop CI/CD pipelines to automatically run your own unit tests, and hardware-in-the-loop tests. You help deploy embedded software onto hardware targets and help debug issues that come along in RTL, hardware, or software. You will develop and document software sub-systems and components in Rust, and coordinate with the team daily to make design decisions, resolve blockers, and review code. You will guide system architecture development and trade studies for encryption devices, key management systems, FPGAs, and ASICs. You will generate artifacts for design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) as part of the government certification processes. You will work with various teams to establish requirements, develop verification methods, and ensure system specifications are met. You will use tools such as Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or Systems Modeling Language (SysML) to create and maintain system documentation, including test procedures, requirements documentation, and verification matrices. You will demonstrate a high standard, help prioritize development activities and educate others about systems engineering best practices and tools. About The Team
We develop AWS-owned hardware solutions in order to scale globally, minimize cost, and maximize value for our customers. We are a growing team of hardware, software, and FPGA engineers with a dedicated product development lab in Arlington, VA. Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do. 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, theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud. Mentorship and Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. 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, hasnt followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, dont let it stop you from applying. Basic Qualifications
Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (requirements analysis, system architecture, system integration, verification & validation) 7+ years of engineering experience Experience in system design and architecture, including requirements decomposition, interface management, and system lifecycle planning Experience with system integration and verification testing of complex hardware/software systems Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or above Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent 9+ years of system design experience Strong knowledge of writing requirements and developing test infrastructure for high assurance devices Strong knowledge of networking, security, and cryptographic algorithms and protocols Experience with system modeling tooling (MBSE/SysML) Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $235,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. Company - Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc. Job ID: A3043377 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Quality Assurance, Information Technology, and Engineering Industries
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The Bespoke Solutions group in AWS Region Services is looking for an Interdisciplinary Systems Engineer with technical leadership experience leading hardware, software, and FGPA developers through the systems engineering lifecycle from conception to delivery. They will perform system/product definition, requirements decomposition, technical risk assessments, and end-to end testing for scalable high assurance embedded systems in the AWS technology ecosystem. Responsibilities
Evaluate, develop, and deliver solutions for the lifecycle of complex interdisciplinary system design problems for which the technical strategy is frequently not defined Derive requirements for system efficiency, operational excellence, and user experience Lead design and system engineers to perform verification and validation of certification requirements Generate technical artifacts that ensure design completeness and improve system traceability Lead design meetings to plan development and review peer designs Test/verify new technologies to improve the customer experience Mentor and educate other engineers on systems goals and constraints in relation to physical, interfaces, compliance, data management, and risk management A day in the life
You will be a technical leader on a cross-functional team of hardware and software developers, focusing on system-level integration and verification. You will help set and maintain the standard for system testing and verification, understanding and planning for the impact of team decisions on overall system architecture in team meetings, design reviews, and through written documents. You will lead architectural discussions, and strategic planning meetings. You will use and develop CI/CD pipelines to automatically run your own unit tests, and hardware-in-the-loop tests. You help deploy embedded software onto hardware targets and help debug issues that come along in RTL, hardware, or software. You will develop and document software sub-systems and components in Rust, and coordinate with the team daily to make design decisions, resolve blockers, and review code. You will guide system architecture development and trade studies for encryption devices, key management systems, FPGAs, and ASICs. You will generate artifacts for design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) as part of the government certification processes. You will work with various teams to establish requirements, develop verification methods, and ensure system specifications are met. You will use tools such as Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or Systems Modeling Language (SysML) to create and maintain system documentation, including test procedures, requirements documentation, and verification matrices. You will demonstrate a high standard, help prioritize development activities and educate others about systems engineering best practices and tools. About The Team
We develop AWS-owned hardware solutions in order to scale globally, minimize cost, and maximize value for our customers. We are a growing team of hardware, software, and FPGA engineers with a dedicated product development lab in Arlington, VA. Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do. 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, theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud. Mentorship and Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. 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, hasnt followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, dont let it stop you from applying. Basic Qualifications
Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (requirements analysis, system architecture, system integration, verification & validation) 7+ years of engineering experience Experience in system design and architecture, including requirements decomposition, interface management, and system lifecycle planning Experience with system integration and verification testing of complex hardware/software systems Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or above Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent 9+ years of system design experience Strong knowledge of writing requirements and developing test infrastructure for high assurance devices Strong knowledge of networking, security, and cryptographic algorithms and protocols Experience with system modeling tooling (MBSE/SysML) Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $235,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. Company - Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc. Job ID: A3043377 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Quality Assurance, Information Technology, and Engineering Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Amazon Web Services (AWS) by 2x Get notified about new Senior System Engineer jobs in Herndon, VA. #J-18808-Ljbffr