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- Headquartered in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
- Over 1.5 million employees worldwide
- Leading cloud services through Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Acquired Whole Foods, Twitch, and Ring
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Overview
Amazon is hiring a Senior Software Development Engineer for AWS Proactive Security to design and build scalable data platforms for security automation. You'll work with AWS technologies to enhance security workflows and contextual data. This position requires significant experience in software development.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software development, particularly in building scalable systems that enhance security. With at least 5 years of experience, you've designed and implemented complex software solutions that meet high standards for performance and reliability. Your expertise in AWS is complemented by your ability to work collaboratively with security teams to address vulnerabilities and risks effectively.
You are skilled in creating APIs and integrations that connect various workflows, ensuring that security teams have access to high-quality contextual data. Your problem-solving skills enable you to tackle challenges at scale, and you thrive in environments where innovation is key to success. You understand the importance of secure-by-default components and are committed to delivering solutions that enhance the overall security posture of the organization.
What you'll do
In this role, you will design and build a foundational data mapping utility that supports next-gen security automation across Amazon's vast ecosystem. You will develop systems that allow security teams to investigate and contextualize vulnerability risks across all AWS products and services. Your responsibilities will include creating API and MCP integrations that connect security workflows to high-quality context data, ensuring that security measures are both effective and efficient.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver industry-leading secure-by-default components that meet the bar for durability, performance, and scalability. Your role will involve testing and validating software solutions to ensure they meet the highest standards. You will also represent your team in discussions about security practices and contribute to the overall strategy for AWS security.
What we offer
Amazon offers a competitive salary range of $168,100 to $227,400 annually, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. You will be part of a dynamic team that is at the forefront of cloud computing and security innovation. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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