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Sr. Systems Development Engineer

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing and continuous innovation.
DevOps
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Job Description

AWS Utility Computing (UC) is seeking a Senior Systems Development Engineer to join their team in Sydney. This role combines operational excellence with software engineering innovation, focusing on AWS's foundational services like S3 and EC2. As part of the Region Services team, you'll help redefine how AWS designs, builds, and operates its regions to enable new cloud infrastructure offerings.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Linux/Unix environments, systems development, and modern programming languages. You'll be responsible for supporting critical AWS services while driving technical improvements to enhance reliability and performance. This position offers an opportunity to work on some of the largest software systems ever built, serving millions of customers worldwide.

Amazon values diverse experiences and work-life harmony, offering a flexible working culture and strong emphasis on mentorship and career growth. The role requires an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance and combines hands-on technical work with strategic system improvements.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who enjoy solving complex problems at scale and want to be part of AWS's continuous innovation in cloud computing. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with talented teams, and have a direct impact on AWS's global infrastructure.

The position offers the stability of working for a global technology leader while providing challenges that will push your technical and leadership skills to new heights. If you're passionate about large-scale systems, automation, and operational excellence, this role offers the perfect blend of hands-on engineering and strategic technical leadership.

Last updated 8 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Systems Development Engineer

  • Support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, IoT, Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS
  • Balance day-to-day operations of AWS software systems with long-term software engineering
  • Improve reliability, performance, and efficiency of systems
  • Support customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services

Requirements For Sr. Systems Development Engineer

Linux
Python
Go
Java
  • 5+ years of deploying and operating in a Linux/Unix environment experience
  • 5+ years of systems development in an IT or data center environment experience
  • 3+ years of systems design, software development, operations, automation, and process improvement experience
  • 3+ years of programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby experience
  • Experience leading the design, build and deployment of complex and performant software solutions in production
  • Hold or be able to attain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance

Benefits For Sr. Systems Development Engineer

  • Work-life harmony
  • Flexible working culture
  • Mentorship and career growth opportunities
  • Knowledge-sharing resources
  • Employee-led affinity groups
  • Inclusive team culture