ph3Description /h3pAWS is set to introduce the inaugural European Sovereign Cloud (ESC), marking a significant development in utility computing (UC). To spearhead this initiative, we are actively seeking experienced development engineering leaders with a strong background in both development management and operations expertise. As part of the AWS Managed Operations team, you will play a pivotal role in building and leading operations and development teams dedicated to delivering high-availability AWS services, including EC2, S3, Dynamo, Lambda, and Bedrock, exclusively for EU customers. For more information on ESC please check out our blog: /ph3Responsibilities /h3pYour responsibilities will encompass overseeing the expansion of the ESC in 2026/2027, working closely with AWS global teams and influencing the evolution of AWS services and technology. A typical day in this role involves collaborating with technology leaders, contributing to the enhancement of day-to-day operations, and ensuring improvements in availability, reliability, latency, performance, and efficiency of the ESC. As a leader, you will manage teams in both systems operations and development, emphasizing automation and engineering efficiency. /ppThe overarching goal is to deliver scalable services and ensure a high-availability experience for EU customers. If you are an experienced professional ready for a challenging and impactful opportunity, we invite you to join our efforts in building a best-in-class development engineering and operations team that aligns with AWS’ commitment to customer satisfaction and continual innovation. /ppEuropean Sovereign Cloud (ESC) provides foundational services such as Amazon’s Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS’s services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the organization, you’ll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (Iot), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS. Within Managed Operations engineers engage with AWS customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services. /ph3Eligibility requirement /h3ulliFluency in written and spoken English is required. /liliCandidate must be a national of an EU member state and residing in the EU to operate the AWS European Sovereign Cloud. /liliAmazon will provide relocation support for successful applicants relocating within the European Union. /liliEmployees will participate in an On-Call rota.



/li /ulh3Key job responsibilities /h3ulliLead your team in executing organizational and team roadmaps, focusing on automation goals. /liliRegular check-ins and strategic guidance to foster collaboration and shared success. /liliAnalyse systems and software performance, identifying areas for improvement and shape strategies to enhance overall efficiency. /liliCross-departmental collaboration is key, you will strengthen relationships with other teams, streamlining processes for optimal team functioning. /liliBuilding coaching and mentoring teams to ensure a skilled and invested workforce. /liliRegularly review key performance metrics, to ensure the team's efforts align with overarching business objectives, fostering a results-driven environment. /liliIdentifying successes and areas for improvement, ensuring your teams are well-prepared for launch challenges and opportunities. /liliThis position may involve On-call responsibility, you will be required to drive escalation calls. /li /ulh3About The Team /h3pDiverse Experiences /ppAWS 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. /ppWhy AWS /ppAmazon 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 Integral 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. /ppWork/Life Balance /ppWe 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. /ppInclusive Team Culture /ppAWS 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. /ppMentorship Career Growth /ppWe’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. /ph3Basic Qualifications /h3ulliExperience in systems engineering and operations leadership for an Internet service or leading-edge IT organization /liliExperience in managing system or software development teams /liliExperience in agile software development methodology /liliExperience (hands-on) in systems engineering and administrative work in networking, storage systems, and operating systems /liliThis role requires you to be a national of an EU member state /li /ulh3Preferred Qualifications /h3ulliKnowledge of professional software engineering best practices for full software development life cycle, including coding standards, software architectures, code reviews, source control management, continuous deployments, testing, and operational excellence /liliKnowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (networking, storage, operating systems) /liliExperience with Agile engineering practices (Kanban, continuous delivery, etc.) /liliExperience with AWS platforms, services, and design patterns /li /ulpAmazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. /ppOur 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. /ppCompany - Amazon Spain Services, S.L.U. /ppJob ID: A /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Systems Development Manager, EUSC Managed Operations (Madrid)
🏢 Amazon Web Services (AWS)
📍 Madrid