Software Development Engineer III, Amazon Security

Global technology company providing cloud computing, e-commerce, and digital streaming services.
$151,300 - $261,500
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Software Development Engineer III, Amazon Security

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security team is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join their mission of securing cloud computing at massive scale. Each day, hundreds of thousands of developers make billions of transactions worldwide on AWS cloud services. The role involves working with various AWS teams to implement security solutions for services like EC2, S3, and others, focusing on authentication systems, hardware security, cryptography, and system hardening.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work on complex security challenges while building innovative solutions that impact millions of customers. You'll be part of a world-class team that combines the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup with the resources of Amazon. The role involves direct interaction with users to design security features, prototyping solutions, and managing large-scale deployments.

Amazon emphasizes work-life balance and offers a flexible schedule to ensure productivity both in and outside of work. The team culture promotes knowledge sharing, mentorship, and continuous learning. You'll be surrounded by passionate professionals who are dedicated to cloud computing and customer success.

The AWS Security team values diverse perspectives and experiences, offering opportunities for career growth through hands-on experience with various security domains. You'll work in an inclusive environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and supports professional development. The role provides competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact on cloud security at a global scale.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys tackling complex system software challenges, is customer-centric, and is passionate about innovative security solutions. You'll be part of Amazon's mission to raise the security bar for cloud computing while working with cutting-edge technologies and contributing to disruptive innovations in the field.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer III, Amazon Security

  • Design and implement security features for AWS services
  • Work with AWS teams to solve security challenges at massive scale
  • Prototype and demonstrate features to users
  • Deploy software through large automated systems
  • Operationally support newly deployed software
  • Develop automated solutions for operational issues
  • Integrate applications with other AWS services
  • Ensure security compliance and analysis

Requirements For Software Development Engineer III, Amazon Security

Java
Python
JavaScript
  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language
  • 5+ years of leading design or architecture of new and existing systems
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred)
  • Experience with full software development life cycle (preferred)

Benefits For Software Development Engineer III, Amazon Security

Medical Insurance
401k
  • Flexible schedule
  • Work-life balance
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Mentorship programs
  • Training and development
  • Full range of medical and financial benefits

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