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System Development Engineer-I, Amazon Pay

Amazon Pay is a startup within Amazon focused on becoming the most preferred payment method for Amazon customers worldwide.
DevOps
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
Finance
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Description For System Development Engineer-I, Amazon Pay

Amazon Pay is seeking a System Development Engineer-I to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge payment technology within Amazon's ecosystem. As part of Amazon Pay's mission to become the most preferred payment method for Amazon customers worldwide, you'll be tackling complex technical challenges and working with diverse customers globally.

The position combines deep technical problem-solving with hands-on infrastructure and security work. You'll be responsible for understanding and evaluating technology landscapes, implementing security initiatives, and driving operational excellence across Amazon Pay's systems. This role offers unique exposure to both startup-like environment and the resources of a global tech leader.

Your work will directly impact millions of customers' payment experiences, as you help build and maintain robust backend systems while implementing security solutions. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in system design discussions, and have the opportunity to mentor others while growing your own skills.

The ideal candidate will bring strong infrastructure automation experience, programming expertise in modern languages, and Linux/Unix knowledge. You'll be supported by mature processes and motivated teammates who are passionate about improving customer experiences. This role offers excellent growth potential within Amazon's technical organization while working on meaningful problems in the financial technology space.

If you're passionate about building scalable, secure payment systems and want to work at the intersection of finance and technology, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make an impact while growing your career at one of the world's most customer-centric companies.

Last updated 6 months ago

Responsibilities For System Development Engineer-I, Amazon Pay

  • Deliver logical, maintainable, and timely technology solutions
  • Apply engineering best practices including code reviews and documentation
  • Test solutions and handle data according to Amazon policies
  • Participate in team discussions around design, scoping, and prioritization
  • Ensure solutions address team goals and improve customer experience
  • Identify and scope problems, calculate solution costs, and make technical trade-offs
  • Assume responsibility for systems and apply principles of operational excellence
  • Troubleshoot issues and understand system requirements
  • Identify and address operational risks
  • Help train and mentor interns

Requirements For System Development Engineer-I, Amazon Pay

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
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
  • Experience in strategic planning and decision-making
  • Expertise in diagnosing and resolving complex operational issues

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