Software Development Engineer, AWS Security
Description For Software Development Engineer, AWS Security
Join AWS Security as a Software Development Engineer to build innovative services protecting Amazon's cloud infrastructure from advanced security threats. You'll be part of a team that develops and manages critical security detection and mitigation services at massive scale, safeguarding all AWS customers. The role combines cybersecurity expertise with large-scale distributed systems development, offering the opportunity to work with cutting-edge AWS technologies.
You'll collaborate closely with security engineers and data scientists to create automated security solutions that proactively protect both internal and external AWS customers. The position requires strong technical skills in software development, system architecture, and big data processing, along with a passion for security and customer trust.
Amazon Security values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive team culture where ongoing DEI events and learning experiences are integral. The team offers excellent career growth opportunities, including knowledge-sharing, training, and resources for professional development. Work-life harmony is emphasized, with flexibility built into the culture.
The compensation package is comprehensive, including a competitive base salary range of $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus equity opportunities and full benefits. You'll be part of Amazon's mission to be Earth's Best Employer while working on some of the most challenging and impactful security problems at a global scale.
This role is perfect for someone who is enthusiastic, empathetic, curious, and motivated to work with a diverse team while building security solutions that directly impact millions of AWS customers. You'll have the chance to shape the future of cloud security while growing your career in a supportive, innovative environment.
Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer, AWS Security
- Build and manage services that detect and automate mitigation of cybersecurity threats
- Design scalable architectures for low-latency, big data processing
- Improve observability, performance, and efficiency of existing systems
- Raise the bar for testing, repeatability, automation, and operational excellence
- Mentor and develop teammates technically and professionally
- Collaborate with data scientists and security engineers
Requirements For Software Development Engineer, AWS Security
- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of experience designing or architecting new and existing systems
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
- Experience with large-scale data processing and analysis (preferred)
- 4+ years of full software development life cycle experience (preferred)
Benefits For Software Development Engineer, AWS Security
- Medical benefits
- Financial benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Career development and training opportunities
- Inclusive work environment
- Work-life balance support
