Software Engineering • Senior

Who you are

You are a Senior Software Engineer with a proven track record in delivering innovative solutions that solve complex business problems. You thrive on building scalable, high-quality software that drives real impact, particularly in the realm of security automation. Your experience includes developing advanced capabilities to streamline incident response workflows, and you are passionate about optimizing existing processes while pioneering new solutions. You have a strong understanding of customer needs and are adept at analyzing data to inform your development efforts.

With a background in security incident response, you are familiar with the challenges and requirements of maintaining and improving production services. You enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Security Engineers, to enhance security incident response through automation and innovation. Your technical expertise allows you to leverage modern technologies and Amazon's robust services to empower security response teams with productivity-boosting tools.

You are motivated by the mission of redefining the boundaries of security automation, ensuring a resilient and secure future for all. Your ability to work backwards from customer needs and prototype disruptive solutions is a key asset in your role. You are committed to continuous improvement and customer-centric innovation, which drives your contributions to the team.

Desirable

Experience with cloud computing and security operations is a plus, as is familiarity with incident response platforms. You may also have experience in leading projects or mentoring junior engineers, which would further enhance your fit for this role.

What you'll do

In this role, you will be responsible for building and scaling security incident response platforms and tooling across Amazon's cloud services. You will work closely with a team of Security Engineers and Software Development Engineers to enhance security operations through automation. Your responsibilities will include optimizing existing processes, developing new capabilities, and maintaining production services to ensure high quality and reliability.

You will analyze data to inform your development efforts and prototype innovative solutions that meet customer needs. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of security incident response workflows, allowing teams to respond to incidents more quickly and effectively. You will also engage in long-term innovation projects, collaborating with leadership to align your efforts with the broader goals of Amazon Security.

Your contributions will help fortify Amazon's security posture and redefine the boundaries of security automation. You will be expected to stay updated on the latest technologies and best practices in security and software development, ensuring that your solutions are both cutting-edge and effective.

What we offer

Amazon offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on security operations at a massive scale. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the best minds in the industry and contribute to projects that enhance the security of one of the largest cloud providers in the world. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds in our team.

You will also benefit from Amazon's commitment to employee development, with opportunities for training and career advancement. The company culture emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and customer obsession, providing a supportive environment for you to thrive in your role.