Software Development Engineer II, AWS Messaging & Streaming Services

AWS Utility Computing (UC) is at the forefront of cloud innovation, managing crucial services like Amazon S3 and EC2. The Amazon Managed Streaming for Kafka (MSK) team is seeking talented engineers to help build and evolve their fully managed streaming data service. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge streaming technologies while solving real customer challenges at AWS scale.

As a Software Development Engineer II, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing highly scalable distributed systems, working with Apache Kafka, and contributing to open source projects. The position combines technical expertise with customer focus, requiring both strong engineering skills and business acumen.

Amazon offers a comprehensive compensation package including competitive base salary ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus equity and benefits. The company strongly values work-life harmony and fosters an inclusive culture through employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning experiences.

The role is based in Seattle, WA, and is part of the AWS organization that continues to pioneer cloud computing innovation. You'll join a diverse team that emphasizes mentorship, career growth, and continuous learning. The position offers the opportunity to work on services that millions of customers rely on while contributing to both proprietary and open-source technologies.

This role is ideal for engineers who are passionate about distributed systems, data streaming, and building customer-focused solutions at scale. You'll have the chance to influence the architecture of critical AWS services while working in a collaborative environment that promotes innovation and technical excellence.