System Development Engineer II, Kubernetes/Serverless

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking top industry technical experts to join their team focused on expanding EC2 Container and Serverless offerings for government customers. This role combines development, containers, and systems engineering expertise, working with one of the largest compute services globally. The position is within the AWS Utility Computing (UC) organization, which provides foundational services like S3 and EC2, along with continuous product innovations.

The role requires a skilled engineer proficient in integration, with an understanding of Agile and DevOps philosophies. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment that maintains a startup-like entrepreneurial spirit while operating at massive scale. This position offers the opportunity to work with cloud computing technology at an unprecedented scale and impact government services efficiency.

Key responsibilities include improving operations, developing solutions for complex cloud issues, analyzing service inter-dependencies, and optimizing cloud infrastructure maintenance. The team specifically focuses on the Elastic Kubernetes Service and Elastic Container Registry, working in a high-trust environment to deliver rapid solutions and enhance customer experiences.

The position requires maintaining an active TS/SCI security clearance and offers a comprehensive compensation package including competitive base pay ranging from $116,300 to $201,200 depending on location, plus equity opportunities and full benefits. The role is based in Denver, CO, and offers opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and the chance to work with industry-leading technology experts.

This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about cloud computing, have strong technical expertise in container technologies, and are interested in working on systems that directly impact government service delivery. The team values agility and problem-solving skills, operating in an inclusive culture that embraces diversity and work-life harmony.