System Development Engineer II, Systems Development (Miracle Team)

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Systems Development Engineer II to join their team working with U.S. Intelligence Community agencies. This role is part of AWS's mission to provide innovative cloud computing solutions and solve technical problems for intelligence agencies.

The position requires a strong background in systems engineering and software development, with the successful candidate working on developing and automating software development pipelines and workloads. The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic thinking at "Amazon scale" to create sustainable, scalable solutions.

Key responsibilities include designing and deploying automated systems, troubleshooting complex problems, managing service deployments, and working collaboratively with various software development teams. The position requires excellent Linux/Unix knowledge and proficiency in modern programming languages.

The role offers an opportunity to work in Amazon's new headquarters in Northern Virginia, part of a $2.5 billion investment creating 25,000 new full-time jobs. The position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph and offers competitive compensation ranging from $116,300 to $201,200 based on location, plus additional benefits including equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive medical benefits.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced systems engineers who want to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies while supporting critical national security infrastructure. The role combines technical depth with strategic thinking, requiring both independent problem-solving and collaborative teamwork skills.

The position is part of various teams including AWS Cutlass Team, Region Services, and Cross Domain Services, focusing on maintaining commercial parity in air-gapped regions and automating AWS deployments. This role offers significant growth potential and the chance to work on mission-critical systems at scale.

Candidates should have at least 7 years of systems engineering experience, proven software development skills, and the ability to think strategically about large-scale systems. The role offers the chance to work on innovative solutions while maintaining the highest security standards for government clients.