System Development Engineer, AFT Platform Engineering & Services

Amazon Fulfillment Technology (AFT) is seeking a System Development Engineer to join their Platform Engineering & Services team. This role is crucial in helping to promise, plan, and execute the delivery of millions of packages to customers worldwide. The team's systems handle millions of requests per second and make business recommendations that impact billions of dollars annually.

As a System Development Engineer, you'll work within AFT's Platform Engineering & Services team, which leverages data, process improvement, and innovative technologies to provide comprehensive engineering excellence solutions across AFT's product portfolios. You'll be responsible for supporting mission-critical, high-volume applications that directly impact Amazon's global fulfillment network.

The role combines software development, systems engineering, and operational excellence. You'll be working with multiple systems, researching and identifying common issues, and driving teams towards resolutions that positively impact customer experience. The position requires strong technical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the capability to work effectively in an Agile environment.

Key aspects of the role include designing and implementing solutions that detect and prevent outages, managing trouble tickets, monitoring security vulnerabilities, and automating tasks to increase efficiencies. You'll be part of a team that provides 12x7 oncall support on a rotation basis.

The ideal candidate should possess strong verbal and written communication skills, superior organizational abilities, and the capability to maintain professionalism under pressure. Your work will directly impact Amazon's Supply Chain Optimization and Fulfillment network efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with complex systems, has a passion for operational excellence, and wants to make a significant impact on one of the world's largest e-commerce and technology companies. The role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, 401(k), and parental leave options.