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Systems Development Engineer, Amazon Security Platform Engineering

Amazon is a global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence.
Arlington, VA, USASan Luis Obispo, CA, USA
$116,300 - $201,200
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Systems Development Engineer, Amazon Security Platform Engineering

Join Amazon Security Platform Engineering team in building innovative services that protect Amazon's cloud infrastructure from security threats. As a Systems Development Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing solutions that safeguard both internal services and Amazon's multi-cloud environment including Azure and Google Cloud.

The role focuses on creating and managing services that enable detection and automated mitigation of cybersecurity threats across Amazon's vast infrastructure. You'll work on integrating third-party tools, implementing system hardening measures, and ensuring security best practices across cloud resources at a global scale.

This is a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge AWS technologies while directly impacting the security of millions of customers. You'll collaborate with security engineers and software developers in a fast-paced, innovative environment that values strong problem-solving skills and logical thinking.

The team offers excellent growth opportunities with continuous learning, mentorship, and career development resources. Amazon Security values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive culture where work-life harmony is prioritized. You'll be part of an organization that's central to maintaining customer trust and delivering secure customer experiences across all of Amazon's products and services.

The compensation package includes a competitive base salary range of $116,300-$201,200 depending on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. This role offers the opportunity to work from either San Luis Obispo, CA or Arlington, VA, providing flexibility while maintaining an in-person collaborative environment.

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Responsibilities For Systems Development Engineer, Amazon Security Platform Engineering

  • Design, build, and manage security services for threat detection and mitigation
  • Integrate 3rd party tools into Amazon Security's core platforms
  • Build solutions for system hardening and configuration best practices
  • Protect cloud resources across Amazon at a global scale
  • Work on mission-critical systems that protect Amazon and customer data

Requirements For Systems Development Engineer, Amazon Security Platform Engineering

Python
Java
Go
  • 3+ years of designing or architecting new and existing systems
  • Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (networking, storage, operating systems)
  • Experience in networking, storage systems, and hands-on systems engineering
  • Programming experience with modern languages like C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby

Benefits For Systems Development Engineer, Amazon Security Platform Engineering

Medical Insurance
401k
  • Training & Career Growth
  • Work/Life Balance
  • Mentorship
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture

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