E-3 Visa Systems Development Engineer Jobs
Systems Development Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Australian citizens can secure two-year renewable status with no lottery and no annual cap, making this one of the most direct paths to U.S. employment in infrastructure and systems engineering.
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Build the systems that bring Amazon's newest servers to life. As a Systems Development Engineer on EC2 Core Platforms Engineering, you'll work at the seam between hardware and software to launch new compute platforms, keep the core fleet healthy at massive scale, and automate the way we build.
We own the quality, performance, and reliability of the platforms that host EC2 instances, from lab bring-up through general availability. You'll bring up and validate new EC2 server platforms, working hands-on with Nitro firmware, operating systems, and provisioning, then diagnose and reduce failures across the core fleet to drive reliability. A big part of the role is building the automation, including AI-driven tooling, that makes platform launches faster, safer, and more repeatable.
You'll collaborate across hardware engineering, Annapurna, and the Nitro component teams, working on some of the largest compute fleets in the world, where a single improvement in reliability or build automation compounds across millions of hosts.
Key job responsibilities
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Help bring up and validate new server platforms that host cloud compute instances, from early lab testing through production launch, working across firmware, operating systems, and hardware.
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Diagnose and reduce hardware and software failures across a large-scale server fleet, using a data-driven, methodical approach to find root causes and drive fixes that improve reliability.
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Build software and automation that streamline how new platforms are introduced, reducing manual effort in provisioning, deployment, and validation so platforms reach production faster and with a high quality bar.
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Develop solutions to difficult problems that span firmware, operating systems, networking, and infrastructure.
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Improve the safety, agility, and automation of the build and launch process, and share what you learn with the team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 1+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- 7+ years of administrative experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems and hands-on systems engineering experience
- Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (networking, storage, operating systems)
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of hardware platforms
- Experience working with engineering and product teams to define a product and bring it to market
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, WA, Seattle
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $129,200.00 - $174,800.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Build the systems that bring Amazon's newest servers to life. As a Systems Development Engineer on EC2 Core Platforms Engineering, you'll work at the seam between hardware and software to launch new compute platforms, keep the core fleet healthy at massive scale, and automate the way we build.
We own the quality, performance, and reliability of the platforms that host EC2 instances, from lab bring-up through general availability. You'll bring up and validate new EC2 server platforms, working hands-on with Nitro firmware, operating systems, and provisioning, then diagnose and reduce failures across the core fleet to drive reliability. A big part of the role is building the automation, including AI-driven tooling, that makes platform launches faster, safer, and more repeatable.
You'll collaborate across hardware engineering, Annapurna, and the Nitro component teams, working on some of the largest compute fleets in the world, where a single improvement in reliability or build automation compounds across millions of hosts.
Key job responsibilities
-
Help bring up and validate new server platforms that host cloud compute instances, from early lab testing through production launch, working across firmware, operating systems, and hardware.
-
Diagnose and reduce hardware and software failures across a large-scale server fleet, using a data-driven, methodical approach to find root causes and drive fixes that improve reliability.
-
Build software and automation that streamline how new platforms are introduced, reducing manual effort in provisioning, deployment, and validation so platforms reach production faster and with a high quality bar.
-
Develop solutions to difficult problems that span firmware, operating systems, networking, and infrastructure.
-
Improve the safety, agility, and automation of the build and launch process, and share what you learn with the team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 1+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- 7+ years of administrative experience in networking, storage systems, operating systems and hands-on systems engineering experience
- Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (networking, storage, operating systems)
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of hardware platforms
- Experience working with engineering and product teams to define a product and bring it to market
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, WA, Seattle
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $129,200.00 - $174,800.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Systems Development Engineer
Translate your Australian degree credentials clearly
U.S. employers and consular officers need to see your Australian bachelor's degree maps to a four-year U.S. equivalent in a relevant technical field. A credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator removes any ambiguity before your interview.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify companies that have filed LCAs for Systems Development Engineer or similar systems-focused SOC codes. Prior filings signal an employer already understands the E-3 visa process.
Clarify the specialty occupation test early
E-3 eligibility requires the role to normally need a bachelor's degree in a specific discipline. For systems development roles, confirm your job description specifies a degree in computer science or systems engineering, not just any technical degree, before accepting an offer.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment, and errors delay your start date. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so nothing stalls between offer acceptance and your interview.
Prepare for consulate questions on systems work scope
Consular officers verify the role genuinely requires specialized engineering knowledge. Bring documentation showing your day-to-day responsibilities involve architecture, infrastructure design, or complex systems integration rather than general IT support.
Understand how employer changes affect your E-3 status
If you switch employers after arriving on E-3, your new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new visa stamp before re-entering the U.S. Build this timeline into any job transition plan to avoid a gap in authorized work status.
E-3 Visa Systems Development Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Systems Development Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter by job title and see employers with a history of filing for Australian visa holders. Standard job boards don't filter by visa type, so you're often left guessing whether an employer will sponsor before you apply.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Systems Development Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical discipline such as computer science, systems engineering, or software engineering. The key is that the degree requirement must be tied to the role's core duties. A generalist IT role that accepts any degree field may not satisfy the specialty occupation standard that USCIS and consular officers apply.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Systems Development Engineer roles?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual allocation that has never been exhausted, so there's no lottery and no randomized selection. H-1B visa registrations regularly exceed 400,000 for 85,000 slots, meaning most applicants are rejected before the petition is even reviewed. For Australian nationals in systems engineering, the E-3 offers a reliable path that the H-1B cannot guarantee.
Can I start work while my E-3 visa is being processed?
Not without separate work authorization. The E-3 is a consular-processed visa, meaning you obtain the stamp at a U.S. consulate in Australia before traveling. If you're already in the U.S. on another status, a change of status to E-3 is possible but adds processing time. Your authorized employment start date is tied to your I-94 admission record, not the LCA certification date.