Software Development Engineer, AWS Security

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's largest cloud platform provider, focusing on delivering secure and innovative solutions.
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Software Development Engineer, AWS Security

At Amazon Web Services (AWS), security is considered job zero, emphasizing its fundamental importance to the organization. The team is seeking a Software Development Engineer II (SDE-2) to join their security management platform initiative. This role is crucial in building and innovating new services that enable and power security solutions at massive scale.

The position involves working with a comprehensive security management platform that helps internal AWS product teams improve their security posture through security findings and remediation recommendations. The ideal candidate will be part of an agile team delivering solutions that enable AWS product teams to securely manage the world's largest cloud platform.

The role requires expertise in distributed systems and handling data at scale. You'll be responsible for architecting, designing, and implementing highly scalable distributed products that guarantee availability, scalability, and optimal latency. Beyond technical responsibilities, you'll have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, participate in interviews, and elevate coding standards.

This is a highly visible program across AWS with significant impact potential. The position offers the chance to work with diverse engineers solving security problems at Amazon's scale, partnering with peer builder teams to process billions of data points into actionable services. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, proactive attitude, and the ability to deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.

Amazon Security values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive team culture, encouraging ongoing DEI events and learning experiences. The organization offers opportunities for career growth through knowledge-sharing, training, and various career-advancing resources. Work-life harmony is emphasized, with flexible work arrangements available to support both professional and personal success.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer, AWS Security

  • Design, build and test large scale distributed systems to support security use cases
  • Maintain a high operational bar and implement best practices
  • Prepare and present detailed technical information for internal and external audiences
  • Lead engineers, partner teams, and stakeholders indirectly
  • Innovate daily on existing processes and technology
  • Mentor junior engineers
  • Interview and up-level coding standards

Requirements For Software Development Engineer, AWS Security

Java
Python
Kubernetes
  • 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture experience
  • Experience programming with at least one software programming language
  • Deep understanding of distributed systems
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Benefits For Software Development Engineer, AWS Security

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Flexible work hours
  • Career development opportunities
  • Training and knowledge-sharing resources
  • Diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Work-life harmony

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