System Development Engineer Intern, Sydney

Amazon is seeking a System Development Engineer Intern to join their Intelligent Cloud Hosting (ICON) team in Sydney. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to work with one of the world's largest e-commerce infrastructures. The role focuses on automation, system optimization, and maintaining critical cloud infrastructure that powers Amazon's global marketplaces and consumer experiences.

As an intern, you'll work alongside technical leaders to develop and implement innovative solutions for complex operational challenges. The position involves hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure management at an unprecedented scale, working with cutting-edge AWS technologies and automation tools. You'll be part of a team that manages Amazon's websites, including global marketplaces, partner portals, and consumer experiences like Kindle, Alexa, and Amazon Video.

The ICON team is a diverse international group with offices across Sydney, Seattle, New York, Dublin, Bangalore, and Hyderabad. They focus on operational excellence, security, cost reduction, and maintaining high availability for Amazon's e-commerce infrastructure. This internship runs full-time from December 2025 to February 2026, offering invaluable experience in large-scale systems engineering.

This role is perfect for students passionate about automation, system optimization, and cloud infrastructure who want to gain practical experience with industry-leading technology. You'll have the opportunity to work on real projects that impact millions of customers while learning from some of the industry's best engineers. The position offers hands-on experience with modern programming languages, Linux systems, and AWS services, making it an excellent opportunity for aspiring system engineers looking to build their careers in cloud computing and infrastructure management.