The AWS Hardware Engineering in Rack Power team is seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to spearhead firmware development for the next generation of data center hardware. In this role, you will orchestrate the efforts of talented engineers to deliver unique hardware solutions and scale those for AWS customers. As a key member of the Firmware team, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, guiding the development of embedded systems that power AWS's infrastructure. AWS Engineers are shaping the way people use computers and designing the future of cloud computing technology – come help us make history!
The ideal candidate for this role will be a strong leader, comfortable managing in a hyper-growth environment with a high degree of ambiguity. You will be a seasoned general manager, leading a firmware team to achieve AWS-wide outcomes. You will be an innovative, hands-on leader seasoned in building and leading teams developing solutions for the computing industry.
*Seattle is preferred location but also can be based out of Austin, TX.
Key job responsibilities
As the Firmware Team Manager, you will lead a talented group of firmware and systems engineers, fostering their professional growth and cultivating a culture of innovation and excellence. Your key responsibilities will include defining and presenting the annual roadmap for delivering high-quality firmware solutions to organizational leadership, ensuring alignment with AWS's strategic goals. You'll collaborate closely with AWS hardware and software teams to integrate firmware into the broader ecosystem of AWS Data Center services. Your role will extend beyond development, as you'll also support the deployment and operation of the developed software in AWS data centers, ensuring smooth implementation and optimal performance.
About the team
The AWS Hardware Engineering In Rack Power team is driving rapid innovation in the server power systems used by Amazon Web Services. Our designs are fundamentally changing the data center, providing operational and financial benefits that are critical to the success of the AWS business and its millions of customers. We design and build power equipment used by AWS services such as EC2, EBS, S3, Glacier, and Outpost. Our engineers solve challenging technology problems, and take big bets on new concepts, enabling AWS services to continue to revolutionize the industry.
