Systems Development Engineer, GCNA - Direct Connect

AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking a Systems Development Engineer for their Direct Connect capacity engineering team. This role is crucial in developing and automating solutions for AWS Direct Connect, which enables customers to establish dedicated network connections from their premises to AWS cloud. The service operates in over 91 locations across 28 countries, helping customers reduce network costs and improve bandwidth throughput.

As a Systems Development Engineer, you'll collaborate with Software Development and Network Engineering teams to architect solutions and automate Direct Connect network operations. You'll write code for distributed systems, implement innovative solutions for service performance, and work in an agile environment. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work across teams.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $116,300 to $201,200 per year, depending on location and experience. Amazon provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage and financial benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced developers interested in cloud infrastructure and networking, offering the chance to work on large-scale systems that power AWS's global network.

Key responsibilities include designing and implementing automated solutions, maintaining high-quality distributed system software, and ensuring smooth deployment of networking software tools. You'll also participate in an on-call rotation and contribute to process documentation. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of professional software development experience, knowledge of modern programming languages, and understanding of systems engineering fundamentals.

Join a team that's at the forefront of cloud infrastructure, working on solutions that enable thousands of businesses to connect reliably to AWS. You'll have the opportunity to make significant impacts on AWS's networking capabilities while working with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced, innovative environment.