Systems Development Engineer, Production and Post Production Technology

The Production and Post Technology (P&PT) team at Amazon MGM Studios is seeking a Systems Development Engineer to join their innovative team. This role combines backend development with infrastructure management, focusing on providing media system solutions across cloud and on-premises environments. You'll be working on building first-party products that aim to revolutionize content production in the Media and Entertainment space.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $116,300 to $201,200, depending on location and experience, plus comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and equity compensation. As part of the team, you'll be responsible for developing APIs using TypeScript and Lambda, managing infrastructure with CDK and CloudFormation, and automating workflows that enhance production efficiency.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience with large-scale infrastructure, proficiency in modern programming languages, and expertise in Linux/Unix systems. You'll be working in a collaborative environment where code reviews and mentorship are regular parts of the day, contributing to solutions that serve hundreds of systems and impact how media content is produced.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level engineer looking to make a significant impact in the entertainment technology sector, working with cutting-edge cloud technologies while solving complex challenges in media production systems. The role offers the chance to work with a team that's dedicated to operational excellence and innovation in the media production space.