Sr. Software Engineer, EC2 VPC

Global technology company leading in cloud computing, e-commerce, and digital innovation
$151,300 - $261,500
Cloud
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Sr. Software Engineer, EC2 VPC

Amazon's EC2 networking team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help redefine the future of cloud computing in 2025. This role focuses on the software-defined networking (SDN) dataplane stack that powers EC2 networking across various industries including Machine Learning, Cloud Gaming, Health, Fintech, and Video Streaming. The position involves working with cutting-edge networking technologies, implementing features such as elastic network interfaces, firewalls, routing, and hardware acceleration.

The role offers unique opportunities to innovate across various platforms and systems, working alongside Principal, Senior Principal, and Distinguished Engineers. You'll be responsible for leading the development of new features for the EC2 Nitro System, setting engineering standards, and mentoring junior team members.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 based on location, plus additional benefits including equity and sign-on bonuses. This is a chance to impact millions of customers globally while working on secure, scalable, and high-performance networking solutions at incredible scale.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in system software, embedded software, cloud computing, and networking, along with proven leadership abilities and a track record of delivering complex technical solutions. You'll be joining a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and collaborative problem-solving.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Software Engineer, EC2 VPC

  • Lead end-to-end design, scoping, implementation, and integration testing of new features for EC2 Nitro System
  • Set high standards for development processes, tools, and automation
  • Own team architecture and define best engineering practices
  • Identify business problems and advocate for technical solutions
  • Mentor junior engineers
  • Collaborate with Principal Engineers, Product Managers, and cross-functional teams

Requirements For Sr. Software Engineer, EC2 VPC

Linux
  • 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
  • Experience with full software development life cycle
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Benefits For Sr. Software Engineer, EC2 VPC

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Medical, financial, and other benefits
  • Equity compensation
  • Sign-on payments
  • Competitive base pay based on location

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