Sr. Systems Development Engineer
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Exceptional value due to the seniority of the role, substantial impact on product development, and strong career progression opportunities.
- Senior role leading impactful software innovations
- Exceptional growth prospects within AWS
- Engagement in cutting-edge technology environments
- Requires significant experience and adaptable mindset
Pros
- Leading development in high-impact cloud computing products
- Strong mentorship and growth opportunities within AWS
- Engagement with innovative technology and solutions
Cons
- High expectations for performance and outcomes
- Complex problem-solving roles can involve significant pressure
- Requires adaptation to rapidly changing technological landscape
Who it's for
Senior • Hybrid/On-site
Good fit
- Experienced software engineers with a passion for innovation
- Senior professionals ready to tackle challenging problems
- Individuals eager to advance in cloud computing domains
Not recommended for
- Entry-level candidates without relevant experience
- Those uncomfortable with complex systems and technologies
- Individuals seeking less demanding roles
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
DESCRIPTION
- Do you love decomposing problems to develop products that impact millions of people around the world?
- Would you enjoy identifying, defining, and building software solutions that revolutionize how businesses operate?
AWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations — from foundational services such as Amazon’s Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS’s services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you’ll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (Iot), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.
Would you enjoy diving deep into operating and improving some of the largest software systems humanity has ever built? Do the challenges that come of driving technical, business, and cultural change to improve the reliability, performance, and efficiency excite you?
Amazon is looking for highly motivated Senior Systems Development Engineer who can balance the day-to-day operations of AWS’ software systems with long-term software engineering to reduce operational toil. We need engineers who enjoy constantly learning and diving deep into the wide range of systems and technologies that make up one of the world’s largest cloud providers.
Hold or be able to attain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance (see https://www.agsva.gov.au/applicants/eligibility-and-suitability)
About the team
Utility Computing (UC)
AWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations — from foundational services such as Amazon’s Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS’s services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you’ll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (Iot), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.
The Region Services team redefines the way AWS designs, builds, and operates AWS regions to enable new AWS Cloud Infrastructure and Services offerings to customers across every industry and of every size, including start-ups, enterprises, and public sector organizations.
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
