Software Development Engineer II, AWS Billing

AWS Commerce Platform Tax and Compliance team is seeking a Software Development Engineer II to join their dynamic team. This role sits at the intersection of cloud computing and financial systems, focusing on building and maintaining tax calculation systems that operate at Amazon's impressive scale.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on critical infrastructure that supports AWS's global operations. You'll be responsible for designing and developing highly scalable systems that handle tax calculations and invoicing across all AWS regions and markets. This involves tackling complex challenges in distributed systems while ensuring compliance with various international tax regulations.

The team culture strongly emphasizes work-life balance and professional growth. You'll find a supportive environment that values knowledge sharing and mentorship, with senior team members providing one-on-one guidance and constructive code reviews. The team comprises diverse experience levels and backgrounds, creating an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates different perspectives.

What makes this role particularly compelling is the global impact of your work. You'll be instrumental in AWS's international expansion, creating systems that make regional deployment more efficient and manageable. The role combines technical challenges with business-critical objectives, requiring both engineering expertise and an understanding of international tax compliance.

The position offers competitive compensation, including equity, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and some of the industry's best engineers, solving problems at a scale few companies can match. The role provides excellent career growth opportunities, with projects assigned to help you develop into a well-rounded engineer capable of handling increasingly complex challenges.

AWS's commitment to diversity and inclusion is evident in their various employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning initiatives. The team operates on Amazon's 14 Leadership Principles, emphasizing curiosity, learning, and earning trust. This role is perfect for someone who wants to combine technical excellence with business impact while working in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.