Sr. Security Systems Engineer, DC Security Solutions Engineering

Job Description

The Security Systems Engineer position at AWS Infrastructure Services involves designing, configuring, and troubleshooting advanced security systems, including IP surveillance cameras, computer vision solutions, and access control systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physical Security, or related technical field
• 8+ years of experience in security systems, integration, hardware development engineering or similar role
• Strong knowledge of IP networking, including TCP/IP protocols and network architecture related to physical security systems
• Proficiency in at least one computer vision framework (e.g., OpenCV) and related programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++)

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer comprehensive security systems incorporating access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related technologies
• Develop and optimize computer vision solutions and video analytics to enhance security system capabilities
• Design and configure advanced camera systems, including layout planning, field of view optimization, and integration with video management platforms
• Implement image processing algorithms and video analytics tools to improve threat detection and monitoring effectiveness
• Collaborate with data center architectural and engineering teams to integrate security requirements into facility designs
• Develop technical specifications and build plans for security system implementations
• Partner with regional and local physical security leaders to align security solutions with facility requirements
• Lead complex system integration projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Evaluate new security technologies and recommend solutions that enhance facility protection
• Create detailed technical documentation for security systems and configurations
• Troubleshoot and optimize performance of video surveillance and computer vision systems
• Provide technical guidance to project teams during implementation phases
• Domestic and international travel approximately 25% of the time

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)