Systems Development Engineer II, Amazon Robotics Infrastructure Engineering

Amazon; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 129,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Maternity leave

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Systems Development Engineer for the Robotics Infrastructure Engineering team in Austin, TX. You will design, deploy, and operate networks and services enabling fulfillment operations and last-mile delivery, tackling complex, high‑scale networking challenges.

You will lead cross‑functional projects, write code for demanding networking systems, and collaborate with IT, software, and hardware teams. Strong Linux, CI/CD, and modern language skills required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems.
• Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure.
• Experience with Linux/Unix.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes.
• Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby.

Responsibilities

• Write code for our most demanding, cross-functional networking projects.
• Functionally decompose complex problems into simple, straight-forward solutions.
• Fully and completely comprehend system inter-connections and limitations.
• Effectively research and benchmark Amazon technology against other systems in the industry.
• Contribute intellectual property through patents.
• Assist in the career development of others, mentoring individuals and the team.

Skills

System design

Distributed systems

Linux/Unix

CI/CD pipelines

Programming languages

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Job description

Description
The Amazon Robotics Infrastructure Engineering team is looking for a Systems Development Engineer to join our team. We build and operate the network and services that enable Amazon Fulfillment Centers, Middle and Last Mile facilities, including Air hubs, and PrimeNow to deliver packages to Amazon retail customers. From two million square foot automated robotics fulfillment centers to small last-mile delivery stations in emerging markets, these networks are the backbone of Amazon Operations. Hundreds of thousands of associates rely upon these networks at thousands of locations, and are critical to the delivery of shipments to Amazon retail customers.
Our mission is to design, deploy, and enable networks that sets the global standard for performance, availability, security and cost, enabling Fulfillment and Logistic operations to deliver on time, every customer order. We are looking for a Systems Development Engineer to create next-generation network products. The team is focused on creating in-house networks from leveraging open source tools and projects. We partner closely with IT support teams to ensure that simplicity in our product designs translate to operational readiness in the field. Information security rigor is at the core of everything we do. You will tackle complex, novel situations every day and have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams at Amazon in different locations. You should be comfortable with a high degree of ambiguity and relish the idea of solving problems that haven't been solved at scale before. It is expected that you will be technically pioneering, while at the same time being balanced and pragmatic in your approach. Along the way, we guarantee that you will learn a lot and make a positive impact on millions of people.
The right candidate will have demonstrated experience leading large projects and have an expert level technical background in current networking technologies. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity or multiple priorities. This means you are not only able to develop and drive high-level strategic initiatives, but can also roll up your sleeves, dig in and get the job done. As a Systems Development Engineer, you will anticipate bottlenecks, influence external vendors and internal team roadmaps, provide escalation management, anticipate and make tradeoffs, and balance the business needs versus technical constraints.
Key job responsibilities
As a Systems Development Engineer you will be expected to:

• Write code for our most demanding, cross-functional networking projects.
• Functionally decompose complex problems into simple, straight-forward solutions.
• Fully and completely comprehend system inter-connections and limitations.
• Effectively research and benchmark Amazon technology against other systems in the industry.
• Contribute intellectual property through patents.
• Assist in the career development of others, actively mentoring individuals and the community on advanced technical issues and helping managers guide the career growth of their team members.

A day in the life
You will partner with Network, Software and Systems development Engineers to deliver automation for building and decommissioning the network infrastructure. Additionally create new tools or improve existing ones for network operators.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits for you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale,
Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
• Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure
• Experience with Linux/Unix
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes
• Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with distributed systems at scale
• Experience with networking fundamentals including hands-on experience with load balancers, switches, routers, etc.
• Experience working in an Agile environment

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, TX, Austin - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
Company - Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A10557375