Software Development Engineer - Lambda

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Senior Software Engineer
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5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
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Description For Software Development Engineer - Lambda

AWS Lambda is at the forefront of serverless computing, revolutionizing how companies build and deliver software solutions. Based in Dublin, Ireland, the Lambda team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their innovative group that's defining the future of serverless computing. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects like AWS Lambda Runtime Management Controls, Extensions, and Container Support.

As a team member, you'll be integral to developing highly available, secure, and scalable distributed systems. The position involves full-stack development on a large-scale computing platform, where you'll own and implement specific components while helping shape the system architecture. The team values work-life balance, offering flexible working hours and a supportive environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.

The ideal candidate should be intellectually curious, customer-focused, and passionate about turning Lambda users into service advocates. You'll join a diverse, inclusive team that embraces different perspectives and experiences. The role includes on-call responsibilities, but the team works collaboratively to ensure systems are well-engineered and fault-tolerant.

This position offers excellent growth opportunities, with exposure to cutting-edge technology and the chance to influence the direction of AWS and the serverless industry. You'll be part of AWS's Utility Computing organization, working alongside teams responsible for foundational services like S3 and EC2. The role comes with comprehensive benefits, including relocation assistance to Dublin, and the opportunity to work with a global leader in cloud computing.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer - Lambda

  • Own and implement specific components of AWS Lambda
  • Build highly available, secure, scalable, distributed, event-driven systems
  • Help define system architecture
  • Participate in on-call rotations
  • Contribute to code reviews and mentorship
  • Work on full-stack development for a large distributed computing platform

Requirements For Software Development Engineer - Lambda

Java
Python
Go
  • Experience (non-internship) in professional software development
  • Experience programming with at least one software programming language
  • Experience contributing to architecture and design of new and current systems
  • Knowledge of professional software engineering & best practices
  • Experience with full software development life cycle
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred)
  • Experience in developing and deploying serverless applications using AWS services

Benefits For Software Development Engineer - Lambda

Relocation Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Flexible working hours
  • Work-life balance focus
  • Mentorship and career growth opportunities
  • Relocation assistance
  • Inclusive team culture
  • Employee-led affinity groups
  • Continuous learning opportunities

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