Software Development Engineer II, GCNA Capacity Engineering

World's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, pioneering cloud computing and continuous innovation.
$129,300 - $223,600
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Software Development Engineer II, GCNA Capacity Engineering

AWS Infrastructure Services is at the heart of Amazon's cloud computing operations, responsible for the design, planning, delivery, and operation of AWS's global infrastructure. The GCNA (Global Connectivity and Network Availability) team specifically manages the backbone that connects AWS's global network, ensuring seamless internet traffic flow between Data Centers and customers worldwide.

As a Software Development Engineer II in the GCNA Capacity Engineering team, you'll be working on critical infrastructure that connects Amazon to the global Internet and delivers global backbone connectivity. The role involves building new services using AWS technologies and working with distributed systems at massive scale. You'll be part of a team that maintains connections to thousands of unique external networks across hundreds of global locations.

The position offers an opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly affect Amazon's various services, including retail (amazon.com), Prime Video, CloudFront, Route53, AWS services, and consumer devices. You'll collaborate with a tenured team of Network and Systems Development Engineers, contributing to solutions that set the global standard for performance, availability, security, and cost.

Amazon values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive culture where bold ideas are welcomed. The role offers significant growth potential through knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career advancement resources. You'll work in an environment that emphasizes work-life harmony and supports employee-led affinity groups that foster a culture of inclusion.

The compensation package is comprehensive, including a competitive base salary, equity opportunities, sign-on payments, and a full range of medical and financial benefits. This role represents an excellent opportunity to join a leading team in cloud infrastructure and make a significant impact on Amazon's global network operations.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer II, GCNA Capacity Engineering

  • Oversee complete software development lifecycle
  • Design, implement, test, deploy, operate and maintain software solutions
  • Write high quality distributed system software
  • Build and maintain metrics platforms
  • Help shape automation future in Networking Backbone and Internet Capacity organization
  • Develop tools and services that collect and rationalize data
  • Identify and troubleshoot platform issues
  • Create and review documentation and procedures
  • Work in an Agile development environment
  • Collaborate with teams to automate Amazon's Next-Generation Network

Requirements For Software Development Engineer II, GCNA Capacity Engineering

Java
Python
JavaScript
  • 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
  • Knowledge of distributed systems
  • Design and implementation experience
  • Ability to lead and mentor other engineers
  • Excellent technical and communication skills

Benefits For Software Development Engineer II, GCNA Capacity Engineering

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Career development opportunities
  • Mentorship programs
  • Inclusive workplace culture
  • Employee affinity groups

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