Systems Development Engineer, Astra ADC
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Arlington, VA4h agovia LinkedIn
Posted 13 Nov 2026, 07:20 ET
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed
- Must know
- AWSOperationsTroubleshootingJavaC++C
- Nice to have
- PythonSystem design
- Work
- On-site in Arlington
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations40%Troubleshooting39%Java24%AWS23%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 13, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Systems Development Engineer I to join the Amazon Software Builder Experience (ASBX) Astra ADC team. This team owns foundational services enabling software development, deployment, and operation in air-gapped regions for U.S. Intelligence Community and Defense agencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and deliver technology solutions to improve system resilience, performance, and operational efficiency.
- Work autonomously on components, applications, and technology solutions that enhance major products or applications.
- Solve ambiguous problems, architectural deficiencies, or areas where systems hinder innovation.
- Participate in design, scoping, and prioritization discussions, making technical trade-offs and cost calculations.
- Participate in reviews of architecture, design, operations, and post-incident analysis.
- Troubleshoot difficult problems, research root causes, and resolve defects.
- Participate in an on-call rotation to support mission-critical services.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Associate's 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 with tools for automation (building, testing, releasing, or monitoring).
- Strong Linux & Networking Fundamentals, preferably in a large-scale, distributed environment.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language and familiarity with cloud technologies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph.
- Experience in systems development, software engineering, or a related field.
- Experience in designing and implementing resilient, scalable, and efficient technology solutions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of Python scripting language.
- Experience on highly concurrent, high throughput systems and knowledge of complex distributed systems.