Software Development Engineer, NextGen Security Automation

Global technology company focused on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
AI · Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Software Development Engineer, NextGen Security Automation

Amazon's NextGen Security Automation team is seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer (SDE II) to build autonomous security solutions protecting Amazon's vast customer base. This role sits at the intersection of security and artificial intelligence, focusing on developing AI/ML-driven systems for threat detection, analysis, and response at scale.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work with advanced technologies while directly impacting the security of one of the world's largest tech ecosystems. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives, working alongside top security engineers and scientists to build automated systems that protect millions of customers.

As an SDE II, you'll be responsible for designing and developing intelligent security automation systems, building scalable applications for real-time threat detection, and enhancing Amazon's security infrastructure. The role requires strong software development skills, experience with cloud services, and an understanding of security principles.

Amazon Security offers a supportive environment that values work-life harmony and provides numerous opportunities for career growth. The team culture emphasizes continuous learning, diversity, equity, and inclusion. You'll have access to extensive training resources and the chance to work on challenging problems that impact Amazon's global security posture.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level engineer looking to advance their career in security automation while working with cutting-edge AI/ML technologies and contributing to the protection of Amazon's customers and infrastructure.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer, NextGen Security Automation

  • Design and develop AI/ML-driven security automation systems to detect and mitigate threats at scale
  • Build and maintain scalable applications that enable real-time threat detection and response
  • Collaborate with security teams to enhance existing security practices, guardrails, and tooling
  • Develop automated detection systems integrated into Amazon's security infrastructure
  • Research and prototype new security solutions, evaluating design approaches for technical feasibility

Requirements For Software Development Engineer, NextGen Security Automation

Python
Java
TypeScript
  • 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
  • Experience with Cloud services such as Lambda, Bedrock, and SageMaker

Benefits For Software Development Engineer, NextGen Security Automation

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
  • Work-life harmony and flexible working culture
  • Career development and training opportunities
  • Diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
  • Chance to protect millions of customers across Amazon's ecosystem

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