Systems Development Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX
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DESCRIPTION
Amazon is building the future of manufacturing and industrial operations, combining robotics technology with world-class software engineering to deliver AI-native solutions at unprecedented scale. We're pioneering high-performance, low-latency systems.
Key job responsibilities
Within Amazon, IT exists to accelerate development and enable scaled manufacturing. You will be working to establish a departmental IT team, acquiring and managing commercial-off-the-shelf CAD/simulation/product software necessary for organization growth.
- Lead and mentor a high-performing team of systems development engineers and program managers.
- Cultivate engineering and operational excellence through metrics and continuous learning.
- Architect, build, and administer commercial-off-the-shelf software applications consistent with Amazon's standards, security policies, and industry best practices.
- Ensure high availability and business continuity for managed applications.
- Manage intake of new application requests across your team and peer teams, ensuring business needs are met while costs are minimized.
- Manage software vendor relationships and contract negotiations.
- Work to rationalize teams software portfolio, acquiring where necessary and leveraging Amazon-wide software tooling where practical.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of systems engineering and operations leadership for an Internet service or leading edge IT organization experience.
- 5+ years of managing system or software development teams experience.
- 7+ years of relevant hands-on systems engineering and administrative work in networking, storage systems, operating systems experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Experience in systems engineering and operations leadership for an Internet service or leading-edge IT organization.
- Experience in managing system or software development teams.
- Experience (hands-on) in systems engineering and administrative work in networking, storage systems, and operating systems.
- Experience in agile software development methodology.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (networking, storage, operating systems).
- Experience with Agile engineering practices (Kanban, continuous delivery, etc.).
- Experience with AWS platforms, services, and design patterns.
- 5+ years of vendor management experience.
- 5+ years of experience managing commercial software in a cloud hyperscaler environment (AWS, Azure, 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, MA, N.Reading - 166,300.00 - 225,000.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 166,300.00 - 225,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, BELLEVUE - 166,300.00 - 225,000.00 USD annually
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon11

- Apple7

- Amazon Web Services3

- Dell Technologies2

- AMD1

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software13
- Retail10
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces10
- Electronics & Hardware9
- Automotive1
Systems Development Engineer Jobs in Austin: Frequently Asked Questions
How many systems development engineer jobs are there in Austin?
There are 29+ systems development engineer openings in Austin, Texas on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as Austin employers hire.
Which companies hire systems development engineers in Austin?
Employers hiring systems development engineers in Austin include Amazon, Apple, and Amazon Web Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote systems development engineer jobs in Austin?
Yes. About 8% of systems development engineer openings tied to Austin are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around Austin.
Which industries hire the most systems development engineers in Austin?
The sectors hiring the most systems development engineers in Austin are Technology & Software, Retail, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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