The role
From Amazon's own posting.
Amazon Web Services is looking for talented software engineers to join us in building the software systems that power the world's largest network. You'll work on distributed systems and AI-driven solutions that transform how networks operate, where software makes intelligent decisions and automation handles the mechanics. In this role, you'll take ownership of meaningful technical challenges while collaborating with a skilled team to shape the future of network infrastructure.
Key job responsibilities
- Design and develop software solutions that integrate seamlessly into our distributed system architecture
- Own the complete development lifecycle for assigned features, including design, implementation, testing, deployment, and operational support
- Collaborate across teams to understand requirements, share technical insights, and ensure solutions align with broader system goals
- Contribute to team growth by sharing knowledge, providing constructive feedback, and supporting the development of other engineers
- Identify and drive technical and process improvements that enhance system reliability, performance, and team productivity
A day in the life
As a Software Development Engineer, you'll focus on designing and implementing software solutions within our distributed ecosystem. Your day might include architecting components that integrate with our larger system, writing and reviewing code with teammates, and troubleshooting production systems to ensure reliability. You'll participate in design discussions with colleagues, mentor other engineers on the team, and contribute to our technical strategy. Beyond coding, you'll help identify ways to improve our processes and tools, ensuring our team operates efficiently and delivers value to both internal and external customers.
About the team
We are a collaborative group of 100+ engineers committed to reimagining how networks are operated through software and automation. Our team values shared ownership, continuous learning, and supporting one another's growth. We work in small, autonomous teams where your contributions directly impact our customers and the broader organization. Together, we're building the infrastructure that enables intelligent, automated decision-making at scale. We're excited to welcome someone who is ready to grow with us, contribute fresh perspectives, and help us tackle some of the most interesting technical challenges in the industry.
- Experience (non-internship) in professional software development
- Experience designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- Experience with full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations
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