Software Development Engineer, BlackWatch Core Platform

World's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing and continuous innovation.
$129,300 - $223,600
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity · Cloud

Description For Software Development Engineer, BlackWatch Core Platform

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure, essentially keeping the cloud running. The Anti-DDoS team, serving as the frontline defense against DDoS threats worldwide, protects all Amazon & AWS customers and services.

The role focuses on building the next generation of the service's Control Plane infrastructure within the AWS Shield Anti-DDoS team. You'll be responsible for maintaining existing control plane infrastructure, ensuring efficient delivery of packet processing metrics, and managing the Anti-DDoS service's configuration dashboard and user interface.

The position requires expertise in computer networking and programming, particularly in Java, C, C++, and Python. You'll work on solving complex low-level networking problems, delivering new capabilities, and scaling the platform to meet growing customer needs globally.

AWS offers a comprehensive benefits package and values work-life harmony. The company promotes an inclusive culture through employee-led affinity groups and events like Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon. Career development is supported through mentorship and knowledge-sharing opportunities.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 per year based on geographic location, plus equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive benefits. You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, collaborating across AWS to maintain the highest standards of safety and security while optimizing infrastructure costs for customers.

This position combines technical expertise with collaborative teamwork, requiring both analytical thinking and excellent communication skills. It's an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while contributing to the security and reliability of one of the world's largest cloud platforms.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer, BlackWatch Core Platform

  • Build next generation Control Plane infrastructure
  • Maintain existing control plane infrastructure
  • Ensure efficient delivery of packet processing metrics
  • Scale and maintain Anti-DDoS service's configuration dashboard and user interface
  • Solve complex low-level networking problems
  • Deliver new capabilities and scale platform for growing customer needs

Requirements For Software Development Engineer, BlackWatch Core Platform

Java
Python
  • 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
  • Strong technical background in computer networking
  • Programming experience in Java, C, C++, Python
  • Deep analytical skills and excellent communication skills

Benefits For Software Development Engineer, BlackWatch Core Platform

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Equity
  • Medical Benefits
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Career development and mentorship opportunities
  • Work-life harmony

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