Software Development Engineer, AWS Direct Connect Control Plane

AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join their Direct Connect team, a crucial component of AWS's global infrastructure. This role focuses on designing, developing, and supporting the AWS Direct Connect service, which enables customers to establish dedicated network connections from their premises to the AWS cloud. AWS Direct Connect is available in over 91 locations across 28 countries, helping customers reduce network costs, increase bandwidth throughput, and provide consistent network experience.

The position offers an opportunity to work on large-scale distributed systems that are fundamental to AWS's infrastructure. You'll be part of a team that owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of AWS global infrastructure, essentially keeping the cloud running. The role involves collaborating with experienced cross-disciplinary teams to build innovative solutions that operate at incredible scale.

As a Software Development Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing features that directly impact customer experience, working with both data plane and control plane software, and participating in network design and implementation. The role requires strong technical expertise in distributed systems, a focus on operational excellence, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Amazon offers a supportive and inclusive work environment, emphasizing work-life harmony and professional growth. The company values diverse experiences and backgrounds, providing numerous opportunities for learning and development through mentorship programs and employee-led affinity groups. You'll be part of a culture that encourages bold ideas and empowers employees to own their projects from conception to completion.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers who are passionate about building scalable, reliable systems and want to make a significant impact on critical infrastructure that powers countless businesses worldwide. The role combines technical challenges with leadership opportunities, as you'll also be expected to mentor teammates and contribute to the team's long-term technical vision.