System Development Engineer II, Systems Development (Miracle Team)

Amazon; Whitehurst (MD); On-site; USD 116,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Systems Development Engineers to innovate and enhance cloud computing solutions for U.S. Intelligence agencies. This dynamic role involves building and automating software services, troubleshooting systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence. Candidates must possess a strong background in systems engineering, programming, and cloud technologies, along with an active security clearance. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a mission to deliver cutting-edge solutions that make a real impact.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Equity options

Sign-on payments

Qualifications

• 7+ years in systems engineering, networking, and storage systems.
• Experience in programming with modern languages and software development.

Responsibilities

• Build new systems and solutions while driving continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance operational readiness and availability.

Skills

Linux/Unix knowledge

Shell scripting

C++

C#

Java

Python

Golang

PowerShell

Ruby

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Cloud computing technologies

Job description

Job ID: 2908840 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Do you like helping U.S. Intelligence Community agencies implement innovative cloud computing solutions and solve technical problems? Would you like to do this using the latest cloud computing technologies? Do you have a knack for helping these groups understand application architectures and integration approaches, and the consultative and leadership skills to launch a project on a trajectory to success?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world leader in providing a highly reliable, scalable, low-cost infrastructure platform in the cloud that powers hundreds of thousands of businesses in 190 countries around the world!

Amazon is seeking multiple Systems Development Engineer(s) with the ability to develop/build software and/or services from the ground up and automate software development pipelines and workloads. A good candidate will have excellent Linux/Unix knowledge, including shell scripting, and a proficiency in at least one development language. They will be able to think at “Amazon scale” to solve problems in permanent, sustainable, and scalable ways, with an eye toward utilizing the best solution over the quickest solution.

AWS service teams rely on our tools to help ensure that the experiences of their customers are consistent across commercial and air-gapped AWS regions. The Systems Development Engineers on the team are responsible for designing, deploying, automating, and operating the systems where our software and services operate. This includes troubleshooting problems with systems and services, regular deployment of new versions of the systems and their subcomponents, deployment/system validation and testing, service monitoring, standing up new services/tools, etc.

The team(s) works with many different internal Software Development teams to drive improvement of the systems/services within the team's scope. It is important to be able to work collaboratively and independently to investigate and document issues and create solutions to solve them at scale.

These position(s) require that the candidate(s) selected must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance. The position further requires that, after start, the selected candidate(s) obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph or commensurate clearance for each government agency for which they perform AWS work.

Key job responsibilities

1. Play a significant role in building new systems and solutions
2. Drive an environment of continuous improvement and truly innovative efficiency
3. Work cross-functionally with other teams to continually improve operational readiness and availability
4. Anticipate bottlenecks, make trade-offs, and encourage risk-taking to maximize business benefit
5. Evaluate and recommend new and emerging products and technologies
6. Drive operational excellence in your organization.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 7+ years of administrative experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems and hands-on systems engineering experience
- 2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 1+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby
- Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret or above

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 9+ years of administrative experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems and hands-on systems engineering experience
- 3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit this link for more information.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $116,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $201,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.