Software Development Engineer II, Amazon Stores Security

Amazon Stores Security is seeking a Software Development Engineer II to join their team in building hyper-scale data applications focused on security engineering. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge AWS technologies while developing mission-critical data processing pipelines that handle petabyte-scale data in real-time.

The position combines security engineering with large-scale distributed systems development, where you'll be responsible for building applications that enable Amazon's defensive security and security management teams globally. As one of the founding members, you'll help shape team processes and outcomes while working directly with stakeholders to understand customer needs and deliver best-in-class software solutions.

The role involves working with various AWS services including S3, Lambda, SQS, Fargate/ECS, EMR, and Spark. You'll be part of a team of senior engineers led by an experienced Amazonian, working on a greenfield project with significant opportunity for impact. The team culture emphasizes self-organization, mentorship, and continuous learning.

Amazon Security values diverse experiences and maintains a high bar for security across all Amazon's products and services. The organization offers opportunities to build experience in various areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores. The team is committed to inclusive culture, ongoing DEI events, and work-life harmony.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 base salary depending on location, plus equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about security engineering, distributed systems, and building scalable solutions that protect one of the world's largest companies.