Software Development Engineer – Amazon – Seattle, WA (USA) – $223,600/year
AWS Infrastructure Services is responsible for the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. Our team keeps the cloud running by supporting data centers, servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment.
Join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and more, as we strive to provide the highest standards of safety and security for AWS’s global infrastructure.
As a Software Development Engineer in the Perimeter Protection team, you will work on innovative services like AWS Shield, AWS WAF, AWS Firewall Manager, and Network Firewall. These services protect some of the largest distributed networks in the world.
Your role involves building new features for recently launched services, influencing the design and development of solutions to combat evolving threats, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
About the Role
In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop services that safeguard some of the internet’s largest businesses. You will design, build, deploy, and support new services, interacting directly with customers to gather requirements and shape the direction of AWS Perimeter Protection. The challenges we solve are complex and constantly evolving, requiring a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, and a passion for customer satisfaction.
This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy working with distributed systems design, deep packet analysis, and collaborating with highly technical software and networking teams. You will play a pivotal role in the development of new services, influencing how we tackle security in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop services that defend some of the internet’s largest businesses from malicious requests.
- Design, build, deploy, and support new security services.
- Gather requirements from customers, design and implement solutions, and manage the product operationally.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and create new features.
- Analyze distributed systems and deep packet inspection for effective threat mitigation.
Basic Qualifications
- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
- 2+ years of experience in design or architecture (design patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and existing systems.
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of full software development life cycle experience, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent.
Why AWS?
At AWS, we embrace diverse experiences and strive for an inclusive culture. Our team values work-life harmony and offers flexible work arrangements to support your success both at work and at home. We continuously raise the bar, providing mentorship and resources to help you grow professionally and become a well-rounded engineer.
Compensation & Benefits
Amazon offers a competitive compensation package, including:
- Base salary ranging from $129,300 to $223,600/year, depending on experience and location.
- Equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation as part of the total package.
- Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
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How to Apply
Apply now to join the AWS Perimeter Protection team and help us defend some of the world’s largest distributed networks!