Sr System Development Engineer, PCIe, SI, Performance, AWS Hardware Components

Sr System Development Engineer, PCIe, SI, Performance, AWS Hardware ComponentsJob ID: | Amazon Data Services, Inc.AWS EC2 owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS server instances. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS compute, storage, accelerator servers and 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 hardware engineers, software engineers, system engineers, technical program 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.Key job responsibilitiesAs a cloud server performance engineer, you’ll work on Amazon’s hardest problems, building high‑quality, architecturally sound systems that meet or exceed the high‑performance bar, with focus on high speed interconnects, including PCIe. You will interact with internal and external interdisciplinary teams of engineers to design, develop, validate, launch, monitor and troubleshoot high‑throughput interfaces at scale. You will be on the team that is responsible for PCIe topology for the EC2 servers, including retimer and switch firmware and telemetry. This is a fast‑paced, intellectually challenging position. At AWS we are changing the industry and want individuals who are ready for a challenge to reach beyond what is possible today.About the teamWhy AWSAmazon 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 ExperiencesAmazon 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 BalanceWe 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.Inclusive Team CultureHere 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 GrowthWe’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.Basic Qualifications5+ years of programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby5+ years of non‑internship professional software development experience5+ years of designing or architecting new and existing systems5+ years of systems design, software development, operations, automation, and process improvement experience5+ years of experience identifying & root‑causing hardware/software system issues in large‑scale systems5+ years of experience writing and implementing functional and performance tests for manufacturing and in‑field coverage, including telemetry5+ years of experience with customer support for successive debugging/root‑causing bus interconnect failuresPreferred QualificationsKnowledge 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 lifesite operationsExperience taking a leading role in building complex software or computing infrastructure that has been successfully delivered to customersExperience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategyExperience communicating to senior management and customers verbally and in writing5+ years of experience with high speed interconnect, including PCIe5+ years of experience with CPU and memory architectures, system performance, security and troubleshooting5+ years experience with statistical analysis using large scale dataAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. 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 for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t 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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.Posted: November 19, 2025 (Updated 1 day ago)Posted: October 14, 2025 (Updated 1 day ago)Posted: November 7, 2025 (Updated 1 day ago)Posted: November 10, 2025 (Updated 1 day ago)Posted: November 10, 2025 (Updated 1 day ago)Share this jobImportant FAQs for current Government employeesBefore proceeding, please review the following FAQsis an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.#J-18808-Ljbffr