Amazon

System Development Engineer - AWS Cloudfront, AWS Cloudfront, Platform Services

Amazon$129K — $174K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of professional software development experience
  • 1+ years of system design or architecture experience
  • 7+ years of experience in networking, storage systems, and systems engineering
  • Strong knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals
  • Proficient in at least one programming language such as C++, Java, or Python
  • Experience with Linux/Unix environments
  • Knowledge in automating and supporting large-scale infrastructure

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement secure, scalable systems across Linux bare metal servers
  • Automate the hardware lifecycle process for efficiency and fault tolerance
  • Ensure servers are provisioned, patched, and upgraded continuously
  • Root-cause complex system issues and enhance operational reliability
  • Collaborate with software developers to enhance system performance
  • Lead initiatives to develop innovative solutions for operational challenges
  • Maintain the overall availability and security of server hardware and systems

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Mental health support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and Surrogacy reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
Amazon CloudFront is one of the fastest growing, lowest latency and highest throughput services in all of AWS. CloudFront is a fast content delivery (CDN) service that securely delivers data, videos, applications, and APIs to customers globally with low latency, high transfer speeds, all within a developer-friendly environment. We bring the Internet closer to end users, speeding up the user experience. CloudFront is integrated with physical locations that are directly connected to the global infrastructure, as well as other services. CloudFront enables multiple services including Shield for DDoS mitigation, Amazon S3, Elastic Load Balancing or Amazon EC2 as origins for your applications, and Lambda[redacted] to run custom code closer to users and to customize the user experience. Amazon CloudFront uses a global network of edge locations to cache and route requests to the best possible location based on known latency, available capacity and many other factors. Amazon CloudFront's Engineering team is looking for an experienced Systems Development Engineer to build and develop new hardware and provisioning platforms, and build automation and tooling of critical service reliability and efficient functions that are secure, massively scale, are fault-tolerant, and global. Opportunities with CloudFront include:

- Leading change to develop simple, elegant solutions to complex operational or reliability challenges

- Utilizing hands-on technical skills to partner with team members and be comfortable diving into the fray as needed

- Building systems to maintain good "fleet hygiene" and hardware lifecycle management

- Identifying and developing processes, and tools to address top operational issues.

As a member of the CloudFront team, you will:

- Operate a business with global infrastructure and customers at a massive scale

- Own one of the lowest latency and highest throughput services in all of AWS

- Work closely with a great team of software developers and principal engineers

- Understand what it takes to grow and operate a global business at scale.

The CloudFront team:

- Is a group of technologists from diverse backgrounds

- Obsesses over our customer's needs and experience

- Loves building new innovative technologies and improving our existing ones

- Wears multiple hats. We enjoy the prototyping and tinkering stages, as well as the rigor of making solutions production-ready

- Is fast-growing, agile and collaborative.

Key job responsibilities

The System Development Engineer will design, build, secure, implement, code, automate, deploy, and root-cause complex system issues accross many different types of Linux bare metal servers. You will own the availability, security, and performance of everything Operating system downwards, including the hardware, firmware, and components. You will automate and scale our the hardware lifecycle process to be efficient, durable, and fault tolerant. You will ensure our servers are properly provisioned, patched, upgraded, and in service all the time.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 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

- 7+ years of administrative experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems and hands-on systems engineering experience

- Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (networking, storage, operating systems)

- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby

- Experience with Linux/Unix

- Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience working in an Agile environment using the Scrum methodology

- 2+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience

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, WA, Seattle - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually

About Amazon

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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