System Development Engineer – 2025 (US)

One of the most visited sites on the Internet, Amazon is a global technology leader in e-commerce and cloud computing.
$89,200 - $185,000
Backend
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
Enterprise SaaS · E-Commerce
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Description For System Development Engineer – 2025 (US)

Amazon is seeking talented System Development Engineers to join their dynamic team across various US locations. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to make a significant impact at one of the world's leading technology companies. As a System Development Engineer, you'll work alongside industry-leading engineers to build and develop unique technology solutions that solve complex business and customer problems.

The position combines hands-on technical development with systems thinking, requiring expertise in coding, system design, and infrastructure management. You'll be responsible for creating and improving tools and applications that are part of larger systems, while ensuring your code meets high standards for security, stability, and maintainability.

Amazon offers a competitive compensation package that varies by location, ranging from $89,200 to $185,000 per year, plus equity, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. The role provides excellent growth opportunities, with exposure to cutting-edge technologies and the chance to work on mission-critical projects early in your career.

The ideal candidate should have a strong academic background in computer science or related fields, programming experience, and familiarity with open-source technologies. You'll be part of a fast-paced organization where your work will directly contribute to one of the most visited sites on the Internet, making a real impact on millions of customers worldwide.

This is an excellent opportunity for those who think big, are curious, and want to define tomorrow's technology landscape while working with some of the industry's brightest minds.

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Responsibilities For System Development Engineer – 2025 (US)

  • Create, improve, or invent tools and applications that are part of a larger system
  • Write secure, stable, testable, and maintainable code
  • Understand various technologies including hardware, software, networking, and operating systems
  • Participate in team design, scoping, and prioritization discussions
  • Build systems and processes that enable other builders through improved safety, agility, and automation
  • Learn the business context and technologies behind team's system implementations

Requirements For System Development Engineer – 2025 (US)

Python
Java
Linux
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in computer science, computer engineering, systems engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent discipline
  • Expected graduation between September 2023 – February 2025 or graduated within last 24 months
  • Experience with coding, scripting, automating in at least one language (Python, C, C++, Java, Ruby, or PowerShell)
  • Experience with open-source technologies (Linux, Spring, React)

Benefits For System Development Engineer – 2025 (US)

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity compensation
  • Sign-on payments
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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