Systems Development Engineer, Amazon Security Platform Engineering

Join Amazon Security Platform Engineering as a Systems Development Engineer where you'll be at the forefront of protecting Amazon's vast cloud infrastructure from security threats. This role offers an exciting opportunity to design and build innovative services that integrate third-party tools into Amazon's core security platforms, protecting both internal services and multi-cloud environments including Azure and Google Cloud.

As part of this critical team, you'll be responsible for developing solutions that ensure system hardening, implement security best practices, and manage vulnerability mitigation across Amazon's global infrastructure. The position requires strong expertise in systems engineering fundamentals and experience with modern programming languages, offering the chance to work with cutting-edge AWS technologies.

The role combines technical excellence with meaningful impact – your work will directly contribute to protecting every AWS customer, both internal and external. You'll join a collaborative environment that values diverse experiences and perspectives, with extensive opportunities for professional growth through mentorship, training, and hands-on experience with complex architectural challenges.

Amazon offers competitive compensation including a base salary range of $116,300 to $201,200 depending on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. The company's commitment to work-life harmony, inclusive culture, and continuous learning makes this an ideal opportunity for security professionals looking to make a significant impact while advancing their careers.

Working from either Arlington, VA or San Luis Obispo, CA, you'll be part of a team that prioritizes innovation, customer trust, and technical excellence. This position offers the unique opportunity to shape the future of cloud security while working with some of the most sophisticated security systems at a global scale.