Software Engineering • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on building hyper-scale data applications — your experience includes working with AWS technologies and developing applications that handle large volumes of data in real-time. You are passionate about security engineering and understand the importance of building secure systems that protect sensitive information.

You possess deep expertise in programming languages such as Java and Python — you've developed applications that are not only efficient but also scalable, ensuring they can handle the demands of a growing user base. Your familiarity with AWS services like S3, Lambda, and EMR allows you to leverage cloud capabilities effectively in your projects.

You thrive in collaborative environments where you can work closely with stakeholders — your ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences helps bridge gaps and foster partnerships across teams. You are proactive in seeking feedback and are always looking for ways to improve the systems you work on.

You have a strong focus on operational excellence — you set high standards for the quality and reliability of your work, ensuring that the systems you build are resilient and maintainable. Your experience with system resilience testing prepares you to handle challenges that arise in production environments.

Desirable

Experience with data processing pipelines and applications at scale is a plus — familiarity with technologies like Apache Spark and Fargate will help you hit the ground running in this role. A background in security practices and frameworks will also be beneficial as you contribute to Amazon's defensive security initiatives.

What you'll do

In this role, you will be responsible for the architecture design and review of software features — you will develop applications that process petabyte-scale data in real-time, ensuring they meet the needs of Amazon's defensive security teams. Your work will involve using Java and Python to build robust applications that integrate with various AWS services.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and translate them into technical solutions — your ability to earn trust and build partnerships will be key to your success. You will also engage in system resilience testing and preparation, ensuring that the applications you develop are reliable and secure.

As part of the Defensive Security team, you will have the opportunity to take technical risks and experiment with new methods — your entrepreneurial spirit will be encouraged as you seek innovative solutions to complex problems. You will be empowered to make decisions that impact the security of Amazon's operations globally.

What we offer

Amazon provides a competitive salary range of $143,700.00 - $194,400.00 USD annually, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. You will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, working in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development.

Join us at Amazon, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing our security posture and protecting our customers' data. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective and skills could be the perfect fit for our team.