Sr. Software Development Engineer, Traffic Engineering, EdgeLink

The Amazon Traffic Management team is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join their critical infrastructure team. This role focuses on developing and maintaining the essential software layer that manages all web traffic from the public Internet to Amazon's numerous websites. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge bot detection and security systems, making a significant impact on Amazon's global infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for building high-performance software solutions that prioritize best-in-class architecture, data processing, and security. This role requires someone who can champion engineering excellence and consistently improve quality, maintainability, and security with every code contribution. The position offers extensive growth opportunities and the chance to work on projects that directly impact Amazon's ability to serve millions of customers, especially during peak events like Prime Day.

As a senior engineer, you'll be part of a team embarking on developing next-generation website traffic management software. Your work will be highly visible and instrumental in helping Amazon handle record-breaking traffic volumes. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both strong coding skills and the ability to mentor others.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 per year, depending on location, plus additional benefits including equity and sign-on payments. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact at one of the world's leading technology companies while working on challenging problems at massive scale.