Amazon

Senior Software Development Engineer, AWS Security

Amazon$168K — $227K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of software development experience
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language
  • 4+ years leading system design or architecture
  • Experience as a mentor or tech lead
  • Familiarity with the full software development life cycle

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with data scientists and security engineers to create automated security workflows
  • Design scalable architectures for big data processing
  • Enhance the performance and observability of existing systems
  • Establish high standards for automation and operational excellence
  • Lead team initiatives and technical direction
  • Mentor teammates in technical and professional growth
  • Advocate for the adoption of new technologies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision)
  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts available
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
Full Job Description
As a Senior Software Development Engineer on our team, you'll help build and manage services that detect and automate the mitigation of cybersecurity threats across Amazon's infrastructure, including advanced persistent threats. You'll work with security engineers and data scientists, and help lead other software development engineers across multiple teams to develop innovative security solutions at a massive scale. Our services protect the AWS cloud for all customers and help preserve our customers' trust in us. You'll get to use the full power and breadth of AWS technologies to build services that proactively protect every single AWS customer, both internally and externally, from security threats - not many teams can say that!

We're looking for a new teammate who is enthusiastic, empathetic, curious, motivated, reliable, and able to work effectively with a diverse team of peers. We want someone who will help us amplify the positive and inclusive team culture we've been building.

Key job responsibilities

- Collaborate with data scientists and security engineers to build automated security detection and mitigation workflows

- Design scalable architectures for low-latency, big data processing

- Improve the observability, performance, and efficiency of our existing systems

- Raise the bar for testing, repeatability, automation, and operational excellence

- Serve as a team and tech lead

- Mentor and develop teammates, both technically and professionally

- Seek out, develop, and advocate for new technologies

A day in the life

Our group is part of the larger 'Amazon Active Defense' org, focused on bringing automation - at scale - to AWS Security. Teams within Amazon Active Defense consist of security engineers, data/applied scientists, and software developers, all working together to create big data analytics able to automatically detect and mitigate threats within AWS in near-real-time. Our group, in particular, is focused on both detecting and disrupting advanced actor activities in internal (Amazon-owned) AWS resources.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience

- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience

- 4+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience

- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience

- Experience processing, filtering, and presenting large quantities (hundreds of millions/billions of rows) of data

- Experience productionizing, maintaining, and/or monitoring GenAI or other AI/ML models or applications

- Experience working with cybersecurity teams

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, WA, Seattle - 168,100.00 - 227,400.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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