Software Development Apprenticeship – Veteran

Software Development Apprenticeship – Veteran Opportunity

Recruitment began on May 12, 2025

and the job listing Expires on December 31, 2025

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.

NOTE:

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?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for aspiring and motivated individuals, who align with our Leadership Principles for our Software Development Apprenticeship Program. If accepted, apprentices will be provided on the job training leading to an opportunity to join as a Software Development Engineer with Amazon Web Services. As an apprentice, you will have a unique opportunity to combine technical and hands on training with our team as you develop your Software Development skills.

The 12 months on the job training consists of a combination of AWS internal training paired with shadow opportunities and industry recognized certifications. Clear benchmarks are set to justify compensation increases, conversions or termination.

Do you want to help lead the cloud revolution and build software that thrives at immense scale?

Join our team and see for yourself why AWS is best place to build amazing things – including your career.

This is a Department of Labor apprenticeship program. In order to be eligible you must be a military spouse or a veteran who has served in the US Armed Forces.

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 empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and Amaze Con (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

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.

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields with a graduation date between May 2023 – September 2025 or graduated within the last 24 months.
• Graduate of Skillstorm, TLG, WA2
  
  VETS, or MSSA with a conferral date on or after 9/1/24 AND either a Bachelor’s Degree in a computer/IT related field or 4+ years of equivalent computer/IT experience

• Strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in object-oriented design, data structures, algorithm design, problem solving, and complexity analysis
• Knowledge of, at least, one modern programming language such as C, C++, Java, or Perl
• Experience building complex software systems that have been successfully delivered to customers
• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations
• Ability to take a project from scoping requirements through actual launch of the project
• Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and management to collect requirements, describe software product features, and technical designs

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Job duties for this position include: 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…