System Development Engineer, Kumo

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a System Development Engineer to join their dynamic team working on some of the largest and most complex distributed systems in the world. This role is part of AWS's mission to provide organizations with cloud computing services that enable faster innovation and cost-effective operations.

The position offers an exceptional opportunity to work with AWS's suite of services including S3, EC2, and CloudFront, while building and operating systems at massive scale. The ideal candidate will join an elite engineering team focused on creating automated solutions and improving existing services and architectures.

The role involves working with AWS Support Applications, engaging with engineers worldwide to manage 150+ services, and providing critical support to the U.S. Intelligence Community. AWS emphasizes automation over routine operational work, seeking engineers who can "Think Big" and develop innovative solutions to complex problems.

The team culture promotes learning, curiosity, and inclusion through various initiatives including employee-led affinity groups, CORE (Conversations on Race and Ethnicity), and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. AWS values work-life harmony and provides comprehensive benefits including medical, financial, and career development resources.

This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $89,200 to $202,700 per year, based on geographic location and experience. The role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth, working with cutting-edge cloud technologies while contributing to systems that power some of the world's most successful businesses.

The ideal candidate will have experience with infrastructure automation, programming skills in modern languages, and Linux/Unix expertise. They should be passionate about customer service, eager to learn new technologies, and ready to contribute to the critical work of the U.S. Intelligence Community.