The System Development Engineer role at Amazon Web Services focuses on building and deploying scalable distributed systems for cloud computing. Engineers will work closely with demanding customers, addressing their specific needs while improving the overall customer experience. The position requires strong technical skills in Linux, networking, and programming, along with a passion for problem-solving. Team members will engage in automation, development, and operations to support AWS machine learning services for U.S. government customers.

• Bachelor's degree or CSSLP (Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional)
• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• 1+ years of designing or architecting new and existing systems experience
• 3+ years of administrative experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems, and hands-on systems engineering experience
• Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals including networking, storage, and operating systems
• Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, or Ruby
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Experience with PowerShell, Python, Ruby, or Java is preferred
• Experience working in an Agile environment using the Scrum methodology

• Design, implement, and deploy software components and features.
• Solve difficult problems generating positive feedback.
• Work independently and collaboratively with the team to deliver software successfully.
• Ensure work is of high quality, incorporating best practices.
• Conduct rapid and constructive code reviews for changes submitted by others.
• Focus on operational excellence by identifying problems and proposing solutions.
• Make improvements to the team's development and testing processes.
• Establish good working relationships with peers and engage in constructive dialogue.
• Train new team members about the team's software and its operational context.

• Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.