Security Engineer, Application Security

Amazon Stores is seeking an Application Security Engineer to join their team in safeguarding one of the world's largest technology ecosystems. This role combines technical security expertise with collaborative leadership, focusing on securing services from amazon.com to machine learning pipelines and digital healthcare solutions. The position requires a security generalist with deep expertise in specific areas, who can effectively communicate risks to various audiences and guide development teams toward secure solutions.

The role involves hands-on security work including threat modeling, code review, and security automation tool development. You'll work primarily with Java, Python, and JavaScript codebases, while also providing security architecture guidance and training to development teams. Amazon emphasizes work-life harmony, offering flexible scheduling and focusing on high-value tasks rather than hours worked.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of programming experience, strong knowledge of networking protocols, and the ability to solve complex security challenges. You'll be part of Amazon Security, an organization central to maintaining customer trust across all Amazon's products and services. The role offers opportunities to work on diverse projects spanning cloud, retail, healthcare, and physical stores while contributing to Amazon's mission of being Earth's Best Employer.

This position is perfect for security professionals who want to accelerate their careers while maintaining work-life balance. You'll join a diverse, inclusive team that values continuous learning and knowledge-sharing, with access to extensive career development resources and mentorship opportunities.