Entry Level Development Engineer Jobs
New grad development engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship project can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Distribution & Wholesale, with employers like Amazon, Amazon Web Services, and Micron Technology hiring at this level now.
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Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you'll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of passionate doers that work to apply innovative advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers' experiences in ways we can't even imagine yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and guidance that you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling, and fun.
As a Systems Development Engineer on the Customer Experience Infrastructure team, you will contribute to building innovative self-service infrastructure management solutions that empower operations teams across Amazon's global fulfillment network. You'll help develop AWS-style services and automation tools that enable thousands of solution owners to discover, deploy, and manage their infrastructure needs independently.
Working alongside Senior SDEs and Principal Engineers, you'll implement features across foundational platform services, knowledge management systems, and AI-powered customer experiences. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, comfortable working across the stack, and excited about building tools that make complex infrastructure simple for customers.
Key job responsibilities
- Build self-service tools and platform features that enable infrastructure discovery, deployment, and management for operations teams across Amazon's global fulfillment network.
- Develop APIs, data pipelines, and integrations with AWS services and internal systems to create end-to-end automation that serves both technical and non-technical customer personas.
- Write well-tested, production-ready code from requirements gathering through implementation, testing, deployment, and operational assistance.
- Work with product managers, UX designers, and cross-functional engineering teams to deliver cohesive customer experiences and contribute to technical direction.
- Enable the reliability and performance of production services, participate in on-call rotations, and contribute to operational runbooks and monitoring improvements.
A day in the life
As a Systems Development Engineer on our team, you'll work on features across the CXI platform — implementing new capabilities, building integrations with infrastructure services, and contributing to AI-powered customer experiences. You'll be partnered with Senior SDEs and Principal Engineers who will guide your growth through code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical mentorship. You'll participate in sprint planning, contribute to design reviews, and gradually take on increasing ownership of features as you ramp. We encourage you to explore innovative AI tools and emerging technologies, bringing your learnings back to accelerate your development and drive innovation in self-service infrastructure solutions. This is a role where you'll grow your technical skills rapidly while contributing to products that directly impact Amazon's operations teams.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits for you and eligible family members, including domestic partners. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment.
The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
About the team
The Customer Experience Infrastructure (CXI) team is dedicated to accelerate self-service delivery for solutions teams deploying on Amazon Worldwide Operations infrastructure. We're building a portfolio of self-service infrastructure services and automation tools that enable rapid deployment, reduce operational complexity, and accelerate innovation for our customers.
You'll be joining a team that's at the forefront of infrastructure innovation, working on greenfield projects with significant business impact, and building solutions that directly enable Amazon's operations teams to move faster and more efficiently.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
- Experience with Linux/Unix
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- 2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with distributed systems at scale
- Knowledge of database systems and SQL
- Knowledge of a front-end language (Javascript, CSS, HTML, etc.)
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TX, Austin - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
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Entry Level Development Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level development engineer job?
Focus on building a portfolio that shows hands-on project work, even if it comes from coursework, open-source contributions, or personal builds. Entry level employers at this stage look for candidates who can demonstrate applied engineering skills, comfort with standard development tools and workflows, and the ability to collaborate on a team. A relevant internship, co-op, or capstone project gives your application a concrete foundation to stand on.
Which companies hire entry level development engineers?
Companies hiring entry level development engineers right now include Amazon, Amazon Web Services, and Micron Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large employers with structured new-grad programs and smaller teams that bring on junior engineers to grow alongside the product.
Are there remote entry level development engineer jobs?
Yes, though fully remote openings at the entry level are less common than at senior levels. About 9% of entry level development engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, so candidates who are open to hybrid or on-site arrangements will find a wider range of opportunities to apply to.
Are these new grad development engineer jobs?
Yes. The listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior development engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship work or academic projects as qualifying experience, or notes that a strong portfolio can substitute for a long professional history. These are the roles where entry level candidates have a genuine shot.
Which industries hire the most entry level development engineers?
Entry Level development engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Distribution & Wholesale, based on current listings on MigrateAte as of September 2026. These sectors tend to drive entry level hiring because they have active product development cycles and structured pathways for bringing new engineers up to speed.