Amazon

Software Development Engineer II, EC2 Core Platform

Amazon • $143K — $194K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of design or architecture experience for new and existing systems
  • 1+ years of experience as a software development engineer or similar
  • 1+ years of experience in developing large-scale, multi-tiered, or distributed applications
  • Familiarity with C#, C++, Java, or Perl in software development
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field
  • Experience with at least one programming language

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software systems and services
  • Own and deliver features or components, breaking down complex problems
  • Write high-quality, maintainable code and technical documentation
  • Contribute to design and code reviews to enhance team quality
  • Monitor service health and respond to operational issues
  • Collaborate with team members to define requirements and technical approaches
  • Improve engineering practices and reduce technical debt
  • Mentor junior engineers and foster an inclusive team culture

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Overview

As a Software Development Engineer II at Amazon, you will design, build, and operate large-scale, high-availability systems that serve millions of customers. You own components and features end-to-end - from design through implementation, testing, deployment, and operations - and you raise the technical bar for your team through high-quality code, thoughtful design, and strong engineering practices. SDE IIs operate with significant autonomy on well-scoped problems and are trusted to deliver complex features with limited oversight.

Key job responsibilities

- Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain scalable, secure, and reliable software systems and services.

- Own the delivery of medium-to-large features or components, breaking ambiguous problems into well-defined tasks and driving them to completion.

- Write high-quality, maintainable, well-tested code and clear technical documentation and design docs.

- Participate in and contribute to design and code reviews, improving quality and consistency across the team.

- Operate what you build: monitor service health, respond to operational events, participate in on-call, and drive down operational load through automation and root-cause fixes.

- Collaborate with product managers, other engineers, and partner teams to clarify requirements, define technical approaches, and manage cross-team dependencies.

- Improve engineering practices - CI/CD, testing, observability, performance, and security - and reduce technical debt.

- Mentor junior engineers (SDE I / interns) and contribute to a strong, inclusive team culture.

A day in the life

You start your morning reviewing a design document from a teammate, providing feedback that strengthens their approach. Mid-morning, you pair with engineers to resolve a tricky integration challenge between your service and a partner team's API. After lunch, you lead a technical discussion to evaluate trade-offs for an upcoming feature, then spend focused time writing code for a critical component where your expertise has the most impact. You wrap up by checking operational dashboards and ensuring your team's alarms and runbooks are up to date.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

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

- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience

- 1+ years of software development engineer or related occupational experience

- 1+ years of designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered, multi-threaded, embedded or distributed software applications, tools, systems, and services using: C#, C++, Java, or Perl experience

- 1+ years of Object Oriented Design experience

- Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field

- Experience programming with at least one software programming language

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

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 - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

About Amazon

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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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1,608 employees
Market Cap
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Industry
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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