Systems Development Engineer I

air-gapped cloud regions, driving automation investments, and delivering open-source solutions, we are at the forefront of innovation and speed. Our teams are creatively finding new ways to building massively scalable distributed systems and delivering the next generation of cloud computing with AWS offerings like Athena, LakeFormation, Redshift, OpenSearch, Glue, QuickSight, and Agentic IA services.
We are seeking a Systems Development Engineer I who can think big and simplify solutions to complex problems, all while ensuring our customers continue to have the best experience possible.
A successful Systems Development Engineer I joining the team will be an innovator, building solutions and working closely with Amazon's largest and most demanding government customers to address their specific needs across a suite of Analytics services in air-gapped cloud environments. They will drive the resolution of technical issues and work diligently to improve the customer experience.
This position requires that the candidate selected must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph. The position further requires the candidate to opt into a commensurate clearance for each government agency for which they perform AWS work.
Key job responsibilities
Responsibilities
Be great fun to work with. Our company credo is \"Work hard. Have fun. Make history\". The right candidate will love what they do and instinctively know how to make work fun.
Have strong Linux & Networking Fundamentals. Deep experience with Linux in large-scale, distributed environments. Understand networking technology and how servers and networks inter-relate. Regularly engage in deep-dive troubleshooting and technical post-mortem discussions to identify root causes of complex issues.
Have strong software and systems skills. Deep experience with systems in large-scale, distributed environments. Comfortable facilitating deep-dive troubleshooting and leading post-mortem discussions to identify root causes of complex issues.
Love to solve problems. Lead teams to solve difficult technical problems related to AWS service builds and operations in air-gapped cloud environments. Understand systems design, operations, automation, and process improvement.
Think Big. Work on projects building and deploying solutions across ADC partitions and regions. Strive to improve and streamline processes for large-scale work.
A day in the life
As a Systems Development Engineer I in Analytics, you will build innovative solutions, expand services into ADC regions, and improve our operations to provide resiliency and the best experience for our customers. You influence technical strategy and architectural decisions within the team and with partner teams and make data-driven decisions. You bring in best practices in operational and engineering excellence by actively contributing to ticket resolution and infrastructure improvements. Successful candidates will be expected to show leadership on strong Bias for Action, Invent and Simplify, Insist on the Highest Standards, and Deliver Results.
You will develop, build, and operate AWS Agentic AI services that enable customers to optimize their data. Our engineering teams support services running in air-gapped regions that are isolated from the public internet creating unique engineering challenges and opportunities for innovation. The Analytics team is responsible for diving deep to resolve operational challenges, innovating to automate operational tasks, build open source solutions for our customers, supporting execution of various security campaigns (blocked software, host patching), and parity programs.
As a Systems Development Engineer I you will:
Work cross-functionally to foster constructive dialogue, harmonize discordant views, and lead the resolution of contentious issues.
Love to code. Whether it's building tools in

Java or solving complex system problems in Python, the ideal candidate will love using technology to solve problems. You have a solid understanding of software development methodology and know how to use the right tool for the right job.
Think Big. Build and deploy solutions across thousands of devices. You will strive to improve and streamline processes to allow for work on a massive scale.
About the team
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Benefits and Culture
Inclusive Team Culture: AWS fosters a culture of inclusion with employee-led affinity groups and ongoing events and learning experiences.
Work/Life Balance: We value work-life harmony and strive for flexibility as part of our working culture.
Mentorship and Career Growth: We invest in knowledge sharing, mentorship, and career development resources.
Diverse Experiences: Amazon values diverse experiences. If you do not meet all preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.
Basic Qualifications
Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting infrastructure
Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
Experience with Linux/Unix
Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes
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

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. For salaried roles, your Amazon package will include listed 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 .
Colorado $99,100 - $160,000 annually
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