Description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is building a central pipeline of Software Development Engineer (SDE II) talent. This requisition supports hiring across all AWS SDE II positions, from fungible SDE roles to specialized engineering positions in areas including:

Embedded Systems

Game Development

Compiler Engineering

Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning

Healthcare AI

Cloud Computing

Distributed Systems

Security Engineering

Database Services

Networking

Analytics

Infrastructure Services

Firmware Development

Video Processing and Streaming

Content Delivery Network (CDN)

When you apply to this position, your profile will be considered for current and future SDE II openings across AWS

Key job responsibilities As an AWS Software Development Engineer, you will:

Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code

Implement complex software solutions that meet business requirements

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features

Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and bugs

Participate in architecture and design reviews to provide technical guidance

Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancement

Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building a strong engineering culture

A day in the life On a typical day as an AWS SDE, you might:

Start your morning with a team stand-up to align on priorities and address any blockers

Collaborate with product managers to refine requirements for upcoming features

Write code and develop solutions for complex technical challenges

Review pull requests from team members, providing constructive feedback

Participate in design discussions for new services or features

Debug and troubleshoot production issues as they arise

Attend learning sessions to stay current with AWS technologies

Document your work and contribute to technical specifications

Engage with customers or internal stakeholders to better understand their needs

About the team Our central SDE sourcing team specializes exclusively in the SDE job family across AWS.



This team of experts understands the nuances of various SDE roles throughout the organization and serves as your dedicated resource throughout the hiring process. Here's what you can expect:

An SDE sourcer will contact you for an initial screening call to understand your background, skills, and interests

They will share specific details about what you need to succeed in the interview process

As the right roles become available, your sourcer will stay in touch and connect you with appropriate teams

Throughout the process, the central team will provide guidance and preparation support

Basic Qualifications

3+ years of non-internship skilled software development experience

3+ years of building production software experience

3+ years of building complex software systems experience

3+ years of contributing to new and current systems architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of computer architecture, operating systems, and parallel computing

Knowledge of professional software engineering & best practices for full software development life cycle, including coding standards, software architectures, code reviews, source control management, continuous deployments, testing, and operational excellence

Knowledge of Python and/or C++ programming

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors,



and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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

parental leave

Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, East Palo Alto - 165,200.00 - 223,600.00 USD annually

USA, CA, Santa Clara - 165,200.00 - 223,600.00 USD annually

USA, MA, Boston - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

USA, NY, New York - 158,100.00 - 213,800.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Austin - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Herndon - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Bellevue - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Redmond - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

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📌 Software Development Engineer (Redmond)
🏢 Amazon
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