Software Development Engineer - AWS S3, AWS S3 Lifecycle

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join their S3 Lifecycle team, a crucial component of AWS's cloud storage infrastructure. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to work on one of the world's largest storage systems, serving millions of requests per second and experiencing over 100% year-over-year growth.

The S3 Lifecycle team is responsible for helping customers optimize their storage costs by managing object lifecycles across different storage classes. As a Software Engineer on this team, you'll be working on complex computer science problems at an internet scale, handling billions of object transitions daily. The team's focus for 2025 includes maintaining operational excellence, enhancing security, optimizing infrastructure costs, and automating region builds.

Your responsibilities will include designing and developing software for lifecycle workflows and S3 Glacier storage class unification. You'll be creating systems that can handle diverse access patterns and unprecedented customer load, all while maintaining S3's signature simplicity that eliminates the need for manual capacity provisioning.

The role offers a balanced work environment where team members can maintain high standards while enjoying personal lives. The team implements structured on-call rotations to ensure service reliability without overwhelming individual team members. You'll be part of AWS's Utility Computing organization, working alongside teams that develop foundational services like EC2 and innovative new products.

AWS values diverse experiences and backgrounds, encouraging applications from candidates with non-traditional career paths. The company promotes work-life harmony and provides comprehensive support for professional growth through mentorship programs and employee-led affinity groups. You'll have access to ongoing learning experiences, including participation in diversity initiatives like Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on geographic location, plus equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive benefits. Join a team that's defining the future of cloud storage while working in an inclusive environment that supports both professional excellence and personal well-being.