Software Development Engineer Apprentice - Military Veterans

About the role

This apprenticeship opportunity is for U.S. citizens who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces including Reserves, National Guard, and service member spouses. Please have this experience mentioned in your resume to be considered.

Does learning how to implement innovative cloud computing solutions and solve technical problems intrigue you?

Would you like to learn and use the latest cloud computing technologies? Do you want to eventually be part of a technology team helping to ensure the success of Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a leading technology platform?

About the team

Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empowers us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We have a career path for you no matter what stage you’re in when you start here. You’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related STEM fields with a conferral date within the last 24 months or an expected conferral date of March 2026 - September 2026
• OR a graduate of Skillstorm, WA2VETS, or MSSA with a conferral date on or after 9/1/25 AND either holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related STEM field OR has 4+ years of relevant computer engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with at least one general-purpose programming language such as Java, Python, C++, C#, Go, Rust, or TypeScript
• Experience with data structure implementation, basic algorithm development, and/or object-oriented design principles
• Experience from previous technical internship(s) or demonstrated project experience

Prioritization

Work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies.

Criminal History

If you have a criminal history, please visit this link for more information.

Benefits

Amazon 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 this link.