System Development Engineer, Amazon Foundational Security Services (AFSS)

Amazon Web Services (AWS) division providing critical infrastructure that powers Amazon's vast range of services globally.
$89,200 - $185,000
DevOps
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
1+ year of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Description For System Development Engineer, Amazon Foundational Security Services (AFSS)

Join Amazon Foundational Security Services (AFSS) at AWS as a System Development Engineer I, where you'll be part of a critical team powering Amazon's global services. This role offers an opportunity to work on challenging infrastructure and security initiatives that impact thousands of developers across Amazon.

You'll collaborate with experienced engineers to improve technology, maintain services, and ensure high-quality results through metric tracking. The position focuses on deployment safety, monitoring, and solving complex challenges in both existing and new development initiatives.

As part of AFSS, you'll build and maintain secure, scalable systems while balancing operational needs with long-term business objectives. Your work will directly impact Amazon's vast service ecosystem, requiring thoughtful technical solutions that consider both immediate requirements and future scalability.

The ideal candidate will bring strong software development experience, particularly in identity directory systems architecture. You'll need excellent communication skills and a proven track record of delivering large-scale engineering solutions. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k, with a competitive salary range of $89,200 to $185,000 based on location and experience.

Amazon Security values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive team culture with ongoing DEI events and learning opportunities. We support work-life harmony through flexible arrangements and provide extensive training and career growth resources. Join us in creating and maintaining security across Amazon's products and services, working with cutting-edge technologies in cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, and more.

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Responsibilities For System Development Engineer, Amazon Foundational Security Services (AFSS)

  • Maintain and operate services and software solutions
  • Build and track metrics to ensure high-quality results
  • Work on deployment safety and monitoring
  • Build secure, maintainable, scalable, and extendable software systems
  • Participate in team strategy discussions
  • Provide technical solutions considering current and future needs
  • Collaborate with team and promote best practices

Requirements For System Development Engineer, Amazon Foundational Security Services (AFSS)

Python
Go
Java
Linux
  • Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting infrastructure
  • Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
  • Experience with Linux/Unix

Benefits For System Development Engineer, Amazon Foundational Security Services (AFSS)

Medical Insurance
401k
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • 401k
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance

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