Software Development Engineer, AWS Kubernetes, EKS core Kubernetes team

AWS Utility Computing (UC) is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join their Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) core team. This role focuses on advancing Kubernetes capabilities to deliver seamless container orchestration at AWS scale. The position offers an opportunity to work on foundational services like S3 and EC2, while contributing to product innovations that differentiate AWS in the industry.

The role involves architecting and developing core Kubernetes controllers, designing authentication/authorization workflows, and creating tools for deployment and monitoring. Team members collaborate closely with engineers and leaders, participate in planning, and interact with enterprise customers to ensure their needs are met.

AWS values work-life balance and maintains an environment that promotes both productivity and personal time. The team culture emphasizes knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and professional growth. They welcome diverse experiences and backgrounds, fostering an inclusive environment through employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning opportunities.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location and experience, plus additional benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about container orchestration and distributed systems to make a significant impact while working with cutting-edge cloud technologies at AWS.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in software development, particularly with Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies, and be able to decompose complex problems into straightforward solutions. They should be comfortable collaborating with the open-source community and mentoring team members.