System Development Engineer - AWS Security Operations Centre (SOC)

CNSC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled System Development Engineer to join their AWS Security Operations Centre in Toronto. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop and maintain robust, scalable systems that protect cloud infrastructure. You will collaborate with a close-knit, agile team, tackling complex security challenges and contributing to innovative solutions. If you have a passion for software engineering and a strong security mindset, this is your chance to make a significant impact in the evolving field of cloud security. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will shape the future of security.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Experience in designing or architecting scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality, efficient, and secure code for Amazon’s systems.
• Design and build highly available, distributed systems.

Skills

Software Development

System Design

C++

Java

Python

PowerShell

CI/CD Pipeline

Networking

Storage Systems

Operating System Administration

Job description

AtAmazon, security is at the core of building trust with customers and delivering remarkable experiences. OurAWS Security Operations Centre (SOC)is looking for aSystem Development Engineerwho will help shape the future of security for Amazon’s global operations. You’ll join a passionate team dedicated to the development and automation of security processes, elevating security to unparalleled levels of excellence.

With Amazon’s relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation, this role provides a unique opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact on the future ofcloud security. If you’re driven by a passion for software engineering, have a strong security mindset, and enjoy collaborative work, Amazon is the place where your contributions can have lasting effects.

What Does a System Development Engineer Do at Amazon?

As aSystem Development EngineerwithinAWS Security, you will develop and maintainrobust, scalable systemsat the core of Amazon’s global security infrastructure. This role is perfect for individuals with experience in system development, software engineering, and security-centric thinking. Here, you’ll tackle complex projects that require both strategic insight and hands-on development.

You’ll work as part of aclose-knit, agile teamtasked with designing, implementing, and managing systems that protect Amazon’s cloud infrastructure. This role demands someone capable of navigating ambiguous challenges and making strategic decisions that balance immediate objectives with long-term security goals.

Key Responsibilities at AWS Security Operations Centre

Within this role, you will be engaged in:

• Writing high-quality, efficient, and secure codefor Amazon’s systems.
• Designing and buildinghighly available, distributed systemsthat support Amazon’s global security operations.
• Taking ownership of the services you build fromdevelopment to deployment, ensuring they meet standards of operational excellence.
• Collaborating with anagile team of engineersto improve processes and address complex security challenges.
• Contributing to the design and architecture ofinnovative security solutionsthat scale with Amazon’s needs.

Basic Qualifications for System Development Engineer at Amazon

We are looking for individuals who meet the following qualifications:

• 3+ yearsof professional experience in software development (non-internship).
• 3+ yearsof experience in designing or architecting scalable systems.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such asC++, Java, Python,orPowerShell.
• Experience withCI/CD pipeline build processesand systems engineering.
• Hands-on experience withnetworking, storage systems, and operating system administration.

Preferred Qualifications for Increased Career Advancement

The following skills are highly desirable, though not required:

• Experience withWindows automationusing PowerShell.
• Deep understanding ofActive Directoryand large-scale Windows deployments.
• 4+ yearsof programming experience with modern languages such asC#, Ruby,orGolang.
• Familiarity withengineering best practicesand patterns for the complete software lifecycle.

If you’re looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as aSystem Development EngineeratAmazon, this is your chance to join our AWS Security Operations Centre (SOC) team in Toronto, ON.