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System Development Engineer, Sort Tech Support

Global technology and e-commerce company that leads in online retail, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence.
Tempe, AZ, USA
DevOps
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
1+ year of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Logistics

Description For System Development Engineer, Sort Tech Support

Amazon's Sort Tech team is seeking a Systems Development Engineer to join their innovative logistics technology group. This role combines software development, systems engineering, and operational support to enhance Amazon's worldwide transportation network. The position focuses on supporting and improving sortation, containerization, loading, and unloading processes across Amazon's logistics infrastructure.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly affect Amazon's ability to meet customer commitments. You'll be part of a team that's establishing a comprehensive support program for internal customers, working with various technologies including Java, Python, JavaScript, and SQL. The position involves both immediate problem-solving and long-term system improvements.

As a Systems Development Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining production systems, developing monitoring solutions, automating operational processes, and collaborating with multiple development and IT support teams. The role requires strong technical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work effectively under pressure. You'll be expected to identify potential issues before they occur and implement preventive solutions.

This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in one of the world's largest logistics networks. You'll gain exposure to various aspects of Amazon's technology stack while contributing to critical infrastructure that powers global commerce. The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic thinking, making it ideal for engineers who enjoy both solving immediate challenges and building for the future.

Working at Amazon means joining a culture of innovation where your solutions will have direct customer impact. You'll be part of a team that values quick learning, adaptability, and professional growth. The position offers the chance to work on complex technical challenges while developing expertise in large-scale systems operations.

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Responsibilities For System Development Engineer, Sort Tech Support

  • Troubleshooting, diagnosing and fixing production software issues
  • Developing monitoring solutions
  • Performing software maintenance and configuration
  • Implementing fixes for internally developed code
  • Performing SQL queries
  • Tracking and resolving technical challenges
  • Developing tools to automate daily operational activities
  • Working alongside development teams on Sort Tech software projects
  • Updating/enhancing current software
  • Automating support processes and documenting systems
  • Participating in on-call support rotation

Requirements For System Development Engineer, Sort Tech Support

Python
Java
JavaScript
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
  • 1+ years of professional experience
  • Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience

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