Software Development Engineer II, Disability and Leave Services

Amazon's Amazonian Experience and Technology (AET) team is seeking a Software Development Engineer II to join their Disability and Leave Services (DLS) division. This role is part of a crucial initiative to make Amazon "Earth's Best Employer and Earth's Safest Place to Work."

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on greenfield applications using the latest AWS services, serving millions of Amazon employees globally. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining the backend platform that manages global compliance policies and user experiences for disability accommodations and leave services.

The role combines technical challenges with meaningful impact, as you'll be creating self-service experiences that help Amazon employees manage important life events. The team values work-life balance, offering flexible working hours and a structured on-call rotation (one week every two months).

Key technical aspects include:

• Building scalable backend systems using AWS services
• Implementing robust architecture for global compliance policies
• Developing user-friendly interfaces for complex workflows
• Ensuring high availability and fault tolerance
• Contributing to system design and code reviews

The team culture emphasizes knowledge sharing and mentorship, with senior members providing one-on-one guidance and thorough code reviews. Career growth is actively supported, with projects assigned to help engineers develop new skills and take on increasingly complex challenges.

This role offers competitive compensation ($129,300-$223,600 based on location) and comprehensive benefits. It's an excellent opportunity for mid-level engineers looking to make a significant impact while working with cutting-edge technologies in a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will bring 3+ years of software development experience and a strong foundation in system design and architecture. If you're passionate about building solutions that directly impact millions of employees' lives while working with a team that values both technical excellence and work-life balance, this role offers an excellent opportunity for your next career step.