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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Development Engineer, Reliability and Automation Engineering - **Company:** Amazon.com, Inc - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Databases, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Amazon DynamoDB, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, TypeScript, AWS Cdk, Scripting, Reliability of Systems, AWS AppSync, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Cloudwatch, Api Gateway, Software Coding - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815058629-system-development-engineer-reliability-and-automation-engineering ## About the Role 1. A highly autonomous engineer with a passion for systems and software development, automation, and industrial integration. 2. Strong coding skills. 3. A problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment. 4. A strong communicator with excellent time management and collaboration skills. 5. A forward-thinker excited about solving challenges at scale., Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. - 3+ years of programming with at least one modern language such as Java, Python. - 2+ years of designing and architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems. - Strong problem-solving and debugging skills., Experience with cloud services and infrastructure preferably from AWS: S3, Lambda, RDS, System Manager, API Gateway, AppSync, DynamoDB, CloudWatch, EC2, IAM. - Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, JavaScript, TypeScript) and object-oriented programming languages (Java, C#, C++). - Knowledge of database systems and SQL and infrastructure as code (AWS CDK). - Ability to take projects from scoping and design to full implementation and launch. ## Description System Development Engineer, Reliability and Automation Engineering Job ID: 2904821 | Amazon UK Services Ltd. Join Amazon as a Systems Development Engineer - Drive Global Innovation in Reliability and Automation. Amazon is looking for a Systems Development Engineer to join our Global RME (Reliability and Maintenance Engineering) Central Team in the Reliability and Automation Engineering department. This is your opportunity to play a key role in developing and maintaining mission-critical systems and software solutions that power our global fulfillment network. Why Join Us? 1. Impact at Scale - Your solutions will directly interact with industrial equipment across Amazon's vast fulfillment centers, enabling real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and operational efficiency at scale. 2. Innovation & Automation - Work on innovative tools that enhance data-driven decision-making and optimize maintenance operations. 3. Career Growth & Development - Join a highly skilled, collaborative team where you can grow and innovate in a fast-paced, agile environment. What You'll Do: 1. Design, develop, test, deploy and maintain software, systems, infrastructure, networking or automation improvements for equipment monitoring, control, predictive maintenance or operational excellence. 2. Build secure, scalable, and user-friendly applications that empower maintenance teams and reliability engineers across Amazon's global network. 3. Architect cloud-native solutions that meet enterprise security and performance standards. 4. Collaborate closely with field teams, engineers, and leadership to understand operational needs and develop tailored solutions. 5. Drive automation and reliability improvements to enhance system resilience and reduce operational burden. Who You Are: 1. A highly autonomous engineer with a passion for systems and software development, automation, and industrial integration. 2. Strong coding skills. 3. A problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment. 4. A strong communicator with excellent time management and collaboration skills. 5. 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