The Systems Development Engineer (SysDE) role at AWS involves designing, developing, and deploying control systems software for electrical controls and power distribution in AWS data centers. The position requires collaboration with a diverse team of engineers and specialists to ensure high performance and reliability of control systems. The role also includes on-site travel for real-time support and validation of newly developed components. This position is integral to maintaining AWS's global infrastructure and supporting innovative cloud solutions.

• Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, or Ruby.
• Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience designing or architecting new and existing systems.
• Experience with iterative, agile development methodologies including scrum.
• Experience working in data centers or critical infrastructure.
• Experience communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

• Design, develop, and maintain mechanical control systems software on the CODESYS PLC platform for AWS data center infrastructure.
• Develop and refine control logic, function blocks, and Sequences of Operations to meet performance and reliability requirements.
• Perform triage, root-cause analysis, and remediation of control system issues.
• Support first-of-kind builds, including on-site travel for real-time break/fix support.
• Partner with other teams to develop the next generation of controllers.
• Document control system designs, configurations, and sequences of operation.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of controls development standards.

• 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.