Software Development Engineer I — Secure Cloud & AI Tools

Amazon Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is hiring Software Development Engineers to build mission-critical cloud services in secure environments supporting national security customers. ADC SDEs design, develop, and operate cloud services in air-gapped environments, solving distributed systems challenges while delivering scalable infrastructure to government clients.

The role emphasizes ownership, collaboration, and rapid delivery in a growth-focused, learning-friendly culture.

Qualifications

• Experience with at least one general-purpose programming language such as Java, Python, C++, C#, Go, Rust, or TypeScript.
• Experience with data structure implementation, basic algorithm development, and/or object-oriented design principles.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree or above in CS/CE/DS or related STEM field OR completed degree.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to design, build, and operate innovative cloud products and services.
• Design and develop scalable cloud-native solutions using microservices in large distributed environments.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation.
• Build and maintain resilient distributed systems that are scalable and cost-effective.
• Leverage GenAI/tools to enhance development productivity while staying current with emerging technologies.
• Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and design patterns.
• Work in an agile environment with CI/CD and on-call responsibilities.
• Demonstrate operational excellence through monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues.

Skills

Java

Python

C++

C#

Go

Rust

TypeScript

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related STEM field

Job description

Amazon is hiring Software Development Engineers to build mission-critical cloud services in secure environments supporting national security customers. ADC SDEs design, develop, and operate cloud services in air-gapped environments, solving distributed systems challenges while delivering scalable infrastructure to government clients.

The role emphasizes ownership, collaboration, and rapid delivery in a growth-focused, learning-friendly culture.