Software Development Engineer II, AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF)

Amazon

World's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing and continuous innovation.

Seattle, WA, USA

$129,300 - $223,600

Security

Mid-Level Software Engineer

In-Person

5,000+ Employees

3+ years of experience

Enterprise SaaS · Cloud · Cybersecurity

Description For Software Development Engineer II, AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF)

AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking a Software Development Engineer II to join their Web Application Firewall (WAF) team. This role is crucial in maintaining AWS's global infrastructure security through the WAF service, which protects web applications from various cyber threats. The WAF team builds highly available, low-latency distributed systems that enable customers to respond to active attacks in real-time.

As a WAF engineer, you'll work on sophisticated security solutions that integrate with multiple AWS services including CloudFront, Application Load Balancer, API Gateway, and AppSync. The role involves building and maintaining systems that allow customers to configure rules for allowing, blocking, monitoring, or implementing CAPTCHA on web requests based on various conditions including IP addresses, HTTP headers, SQL injection, and cross-site scripting.

The position offers unique challenges in distributed systems design and security implementation at a global scale. You'll be part of a diverse team that includes software, hardware, and network engineers, working together to deliver the highest standards of security while ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness for customers.

Amazon values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive culture where bold ideas are welcomed. The company offers comprehensive benefits, mentorship opportunities, and a strong focus on work-life harmony. You'll have access to various career development resources and be part of employee-led affinity groups that foster a culture of inclusion.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in security systems, distributed architecture, and software development. This role offers an opportunity to shape the future of cloud security while working with cutting-edge technology at one of the world's leading cloud providers. Join us in building solutions that protect millions of customers worldwide while growing your career in cloud security and distributed systems.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer II, AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF)

Design, develop, build, deploy and support AWS WAF
Research, innovate and create unique solutions
Interact with customers and gather requirements
Implement and test the product operationally
Contribute to the direction of AWS WAF and future services
Build highly available distributed micro-services
Handle global scaling across AWS Regions and CloudFront edge locations

Requirements For Software Development Engineer II, AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF)

Rust

Linux

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
Familiarity with networking protocols (HTTP/S, TCP/IP, etc.) and their security considerations
Solid knowledge of web servers, especially Nginx and related modules
Proficiency in C and Rust programming languages

Benefits For Software Development Engineer II, AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Medical benefits
Financial benefits
Flexible work arrangements
Career development and mentorship opportunities
Inclusive workplace culture
Employee-led affinity groups
Comprehensive benefits package

Amazon

World's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing and continuous innovation.

Seattle, WA, USA

$129,300 - $223,600

Security

Mid-Level Software Engineer

In-Person

5,000+ Employees

3+ years of experience

Enterprise SaaS · Cloud · Cybersecurity

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