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Systems Development Engineer, ADC2S
Job Location:
Job Location:
Denver, CO - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 99100 - 160000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
25 October 2026 (11 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
22 January 2027
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Application deadline: Oct 28 2026
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for a Systems Development Engineer to design build and operate Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) control-plane services in air-gapped regions. You will help governments run secure cloud infrastructure at scale.
In this role you will join a team of engineers who build and operate software for EC2s control plane fleet health and capacity operations in air-gapped cloud environments. You will build features and services from design through production write the tools and automation that keep them running and help raise the quality of what the team ships. Commercial tooling often does not exist in isolated regions so you will build what the team needs instead of configuring an off-the-shelf product.
This position requires that the candidate selected must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph. The position further requires the candidate to opt into a commensurate clearance for each government agency for which they perform AWS work.
Key job responsibilities
- Design build and operate EC2 control-plane services fleet health automation and capacity tooling across air-gapped cloud environments.
- Own features end to end with guidance from senior engineers: write the design implement and test the code deploy it through pipelines to disconnected regions and operate it in production including on-call.
- Improve monitoring alarming and deployment safety for the services you own and drive the fix when an operational issue reveals a gap.
- Work with partner teams and stakeholders across the air-gapped partitions to deliver shared infrastructure.
- Take part in design and code reviews.
- Use generative artificial intelligence tools and techniques to improve automation code quality and team productivity.
A day in the life
You might start the morning finishing a design document for a new capacity automation feature then review a teammates code change to how instance lifecycle events are processed in a disconnected region. After lunch you work with a partner team to get your change into a shared deployment pipeline then spend the afternoon tracking down the root cause of an alarm from last nights on-call shift. You write code most days and you are expected to propose better ways to automate capacity and remediation workflows in the systems you own.
About the team
We own the software that keeps EC2 running in the air-gapped partitions: control-plane services fleet-health automation and the capacity tooling our government customers depend on. We operate what we build so the engineers who design a remediation workflow are the ones it pages. Because the commercial tooling for a problem frequently does not exist in an isolated region you build the thing rather than configure it. The team defaults to written design documents and clear ownership boundaries and you will work alongside engineers who are passionate about solving hard infrastructure problems in the most demanding regulated cloud environments.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global other words were the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers storage networking power and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and were looking for talented people who want to help.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
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 theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.
Mentorship and Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
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 hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
- Associates degree or above or CND (Certified Network Defender) or GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials)
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C C# Java Python Golang PowerShell Ruby
- Experience tools for automation (building testing releasing or monitoring)
- Experience in networking storage systems operating systems and hands-on systems engineering
- Current active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph
- Bachelors degree in computer science computer engineering or related field
- Experience on highly concurrent high throughput systems and knowledge of complex distributed systems
- Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of Python scripting language
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for a Systems Development Engineer to design build and operate Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) control-plane services in air-gapped regions. You will help governments run secure cloud infrastructure at scale.
In this role you will join a team of engineers who build and operate software for EC2s control plane fleet health and capacity operations in air-gapped cloud environments. You will build features and services from design through production write the tools and automation that keep them running and help raise the quality of what the team ships. Commercial tooling often does not exist in isolated regions so you will build what the team needs instead of configuring an off-the-shelf product.
This position requires that the candidate selected must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph. The position further requires the candidate to opt into a commensurate clearance for each government agency for which they perform AWS work.
Key job responsibilities
- Design build and operate EC2 control-plane services fleet health automation and capacity tooling across air-gapped cloud environments.
- Own features end to end with guidance from senior engineers: write the design implement and test the code deploy it through pipelines to disconnected regions and operate it in production including on-call.
- Improve monitoring alarming and deployment safety for the services you own and drive the fix when an operational issue reveals a gap.
- Work with partner teams and stakeholders across the air-gapped partitions to deliver shared infrastructure.
- Take part in design and code reviews.
- Use generative artificial intelligence tools and techniques to improve automation code quality and team productivity.
A day in the life
You might start the morning finishing a design document for a new capacity automation feature then review a teammates code change to how instance lifecycle events are processed in a disconnected region. After lunch you work with a partner team to get your change into a shared deployment pipeline then spend the afternoon tracking down the root cause of an alarm from last nights on-call shift. You write code most days and you are expected to propose better ways to automate capacity and remediation workflows in the systems you own.
About the team
We own the software that keeps EC2 running in the air-gapped partitions: control-plane services fleet-health automation and the capacity tooling our government customers depend on. We operate what we build so the engineers who design a remediation workflow are the ones it pages. Because the commercial tooling for a problem frequently does not exist in an isolated region you build the thing rather than configure it. The team defaults to written design documents and clear ownership boundaries and you will work alongside engineers who are passionate about solving hard infrastructure problems in the most demanding regulated cloud environments.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global other words were the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers storage networking power and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and were looking for talented people who want to help.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
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 theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.
Mentorship and Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
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 hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
- Associates degree or above or CND (Certified Network Defender) or GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials)
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C C# Java Python Golang PowerShell Ruby
- Experience tools for automation (building testing releasing or monitoring)
- Experience in networking storage systems operating systems and hands-on systems engineering
- Current active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph
- Bachelors degree in computer science computer engineering or related field
- Experience on highly concurrent high throughput systems and knowledge of complex distributed systems
- Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of Python scripting language
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at CO Denver - 99100.00 - 160000.00 USD annually
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