Software Development Engineer

Overview:

Are you passionate about solving complex technical problems that impact millions globally? Do you enjoy developing innovative software solutions that revolutionize how businesses operate? The STRADA ADC Team at Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Software Development Engineer II to design and maintain fault-tolerant systems at massive scale in the AWS Cloud.

As a key member of our team, you will develop and deliver innovative software solutions to transform service performance, durability, cost, and security. If you’re excited about working in a startup-like environment and building high-quality products, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Innovation:
  • Solve unprecedented technical challenges across all layers of the software stack.
  • Research and implement cutting-edge solutions to enhance customer experiences.
• Software Development:
  • Design, implement, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality software systems.
  • Build highly available, secure, and always-on solutions for our global customer base.
• Collaboration:
  • Participate in cross-functional design discussions, code reviews, and stakeholder communications.
  • Provide technical input to drive business decisions and solve complex problems.
• Efficiency & Improvement:
  • Develop metrics and automation to improve architecture and operational efficiency.
  • Identify root causes of software defects and implement durable fixes.

A Day in the Life:

You'll work collaboratively in an environment that emphasizes mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and career development. You will:

• Deliver impactful solutions that meet customer needs.
• Participate in design discussions and drive innovations.
• Work cross-functionally to address technical and business challenges.
• Thrive in a startup-like culture, focusing on the most critical tasks.

About the Team:

AWS Infrastructure Services powers the world’s most comprehensive cloud platform, delivering innovative solutions to keep the cloud running. We support AWS data centers globally, managing servers, storage, networking, and cooling systems that ensure customer access to cutting-edge services.

Our diverse team of engineers, supply chain specialists, and security experts collaborates to solve challenging problems with thousands of variables. We value mentorship, inclusion, and career growth, ensuring all team members feel empowered to succeed.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience:
  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
  • 5+ years of experience programming in at least one software language.
  • 5+ years of experience in system design or architecture, including reliability and scaling.
  • 5+ years of experience leading design discussions, code reviews, or mentoring engineers.
• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or CSSLP (Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional).
• Security Clearance:
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph (required).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience with the full software development lifecycle, including coding standards, source control, build processes, and testing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent field.
• Experience with large-scale distributed systems and search or analytics platforms.

Why AWS?

• Inclusive Culture: We value diverse experiences and welcome non-traditional career paths. AWS fosters inclusion through employee-led affinity groups and conferences like CORE (Conversations on Race and Ethnicity) and AmazeCon (gender diversity).
• Work-Life Harmony: We promote flexibility to ensure balance between work and home life.
• Career Development: AWS provides mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and learning resources to support your growth.

Compensation:

• Base Salary Range: $151,300 - $261,500 annually (dependent on location and experience).
• Total Compensation: Includes equity, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

How to Apply:

Submit your application via the Amazon Careers website.

Help us raise the bar in cloud innovation at AWS!