System Development Engineer, ESC

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Cloud
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For System Development Engineer, ESC

AWS is seeking a System Development Engineer to join their world-class network team in a dynamic, start-up-like environment. This role is crucial in building and maintaining the world's largest cloud computing infrastructure. As a System Development Engineer, you'll be responsible for deploying, managing, and improving the tools and services that network engineers rely on for automation and operations. You'll work closely with network engineering colleagues to serve external customers and drive innovation.

The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and talented professionals in an Agile environment. You'll be involved in simplifying systems, managing production-quality tools, and solving real operational problems. The role requires strong troubleshooting abilities, Linux expertise, and programming skills in modern languages.

AWS Infrastructure Services team owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. You'll be part of the team that keeps the cloud running, supporting all AWS data centers, servers, storage, networking, and cooling equipment. The role offers exposure to some of the most challenging problems in cloud infrastructure, working alongside software, hardware, and network engineers.

The company strongly values diversity and inclusion, offering various employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning experiences. They emphasize work-life harmony and provide flexible working arrangements. Career growth is supported through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and detailed code reviews. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to be at the forefront of cloud computing technology while working in a supportive, inclusive environment.

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Responsibilities For System Development Engineer, ESC

  • Maintain team services and troubleshoot root causes of system issues
  • Deploy, manage, and fix tools and services for network engineering
  • Simplify and reinvent systems, processes, and tools
  • Manage and grow production-quality tools
  • Investigate technical issues and implement permanent solutions
  • Develop automation and tools to reduce manual operations
  • Support AWS data centers and infrastructure

Requirements For System Development Engineer, ESC

Python
Linux
Go
Java
  • Familiarity with Linux and command line administration
  • Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals
  • Troubleshooting experience at all levels (network, OS, software applications)
  • Experience supporting cloud systems or other services
  • Programming proficiency in at least one modern language (Python, C++, C#, Java, Golang, Ruby)

Benefits For System Development Engineer, ESC

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Mentorship and career growth opportunities
  • Flexible work hours
  • Work-life harmony
  • Employee-led affinity groups
  • Inclusive culture
  • Learning and development opportunities

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