Software Development Engineer III, EFS File Systems, Elastic File System

Amazon Elastic File System (EFS) is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team in Boston. This role focuses on building and scaling AWS's fully managed file storage service, working with cutting-edge cloud technology at massive scale. You'll be part of a team that values mentorship, work-life balance, and inclusive culture.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on a service that supports various use cases including data analytics, video rendering, genomics analysis, and web serving. You'll be designing and implementing secure, reliable storage solutions that can scale to petabyte levels while maintaining high performance.

The team maintains a flexible work environment with core hours from 10am to 4pm, supporting both early and late starters. They emphasize knowledge sharing, mentorship, and career growth, with senior engineers actively mentoring junior team members. The role includes on-call responsibilities, but the team focuses on building fault-tolerant systems to minimize disruptions.

Amazon's culture strongly emphasizes inclusion and diversity, reflected in their 16 Leadership Principles. The company offers various employee-led affinity groups and learning opportunities, including Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences. They're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, empathetic, curious, and motivated to work effectively with a diverse team.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on cloud infrastructure while working in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. The role combines technical challenges with opportunities for leadership and mentorship, making it ideal for those looking to advance their careers while working on meaningful projects.