Senior Software Development Engineer, AWS Kinesis Data Streams

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join their Kinesis Data Streams team, a critical service used by major companies like Epic Games, Lyft, AirBnB, and Vanguard for real-time streaming data processing. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of cloud computing technology, processing gigabytes per second of real-time data for various use cases including gaming analytics, IoT sensor data, financial transactions, and security analytics.

As a senior engineer, you'll be working with a team of outstanding engineers and leaders, collaborating closely with product and program managers to define architecture and lead implementation of software solutions. The role demands expertise in distributed systems and real-time data processing, with a focus on building reliable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions.

The position offers significant technical challenges, requiring you to design and implement solutions that can handle massive scale while maintaining performance and reliability. You'll be responsible for making critical architectural decisions, mentoring team members, and directly engaging with enterprise customers to understand and meet their needs.

AWS values diversity of experience and promotes an inclusive culture where employees can thrive. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, equity compensation, and sign-on bonuses, along with a strong emphasis on work-life harmony. You'll have access to numerous career development opportunities, including mentorship programs and employee-led affinity groups.

The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of professional software development experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering complex technical solutions. You'll be joining a team that's at the heart of AWS's innovation, helping to shape the future of cloud computing while working with cutting-edge technologies and solving challenging problems at scale.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on a service that processes massive amounts of real-time data for thousands of customers worldwide. You'll be part of AWS's mission to continue leading and innovating in the cloud computing space, while working in a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and technical excellence.