Analyst IT Operations-Amazon AWS Cloud (Administrator )

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

JOB TITLE: Amazon AWS Cloud (Administrator )

SUMMARY / JOB DESCRIPTION:

As an AWS Administrator/Architect, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, maintaining, and optimizing our AWS cloud environment. You will work closely with the cloud project Intake team to assess and analyze new business and application requirements, recommending and delivering the most effective AWS solutions.

You will also provide end-to-end infrastructure support for all existing applications hosted on AWS, with a strong understanding of how application performance and availability depend on the underlying cloud infrastructure.

In this role, you will also collaborate with the FinOps team to ensure cost optimization strategies and recommendations are implemented across the cloud environment. Additionally, you will partner with the Cloud Security team to guarantee that all AWS infrastructure and services are deployed with the highest levels of security and in alignment with industry’s best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience working with AWS cloud environments and a wide range of AWS services.
• Proven expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for automating and managing deployments in public cloud environments (i.e., writing scripts to automate the provisioning and management of cloud infrastructure).
• Strong background in cloud migrations, including both cloud-to-cloud and on-premises-to-cloud transitions.
• Practical experience with containerized workloads (e.g., Docker, ECS, EKS, Kubernetes) and orchestration platforms.
• Solid understanding and application of serverless architectures (e.g., AWS Lambda, API Gateway, Step Functions).
• In-depth knowledge of cloud networking, including VPC design, subnetting, segmentation, routing, and connectivity across hybrid environments.
• Implementing security best practices and ensuring compliance with IT security policies and industry regulations.
• Diagnosing and resolving issues within AWS environments.
• Assist and support cybersecurity vulnerabilities management and remediation.
• Monitoring cloud components to maximize uptime and performance while minimizing costs.
• Deploying, maintaining, and supporting cloud-based applications and infrastructure.
• Working with development, DevOps, and other stakeholders to deliver effective cloud solutions. 
• Maintaining comprehensive documentation for cloud services and configurations.

Preferred Skills:

• AWS Certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator, or DevOps Engineer).
• Proficiency in Python scripting for automation and operational tasks.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployments.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• A proactive, innovative mindset with the ability to think creatively and develop outside-the-box solutions.

What We’re Looking For: 

• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.
   

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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