Software Development Engineer, AWS Security

Join Amazon's AWS Security team as a Software Development Engineer to build innovative services protecting the cloud from advanced security threats. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of cybersecurity, developing automated detection and mitigation systems that safeguard AWS infrastructure and customers.

As a key member of the team, you'll collaborate with data scientists and security engineers to create sophisticated security solutions at massive scale. Your work will directly impact the security of every AWS customer, both internal and external, by building and maintaining services that proactively protect against cybersecurity threats.

The position requires strong technical expertise, with 3+ years of professional software development experience and system architecture knowledge. You'll be working with cutting-edge AWS technologies, designing scalable architectures for low-latency, big data processing, and implementing automated security workflows.

Amazon offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location and experience, plus comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401k, and education benefits. The company's culture emphasizes work-life harmony, continuous learning, and inclusive team dynamics.

This role presents an exceptional opportunity for growth, allowing you to work with diverse teams, mentor colleagues, and contribute to critical security infrastructure. You'll be part of Amazon's mission to maintain customer trust while tackling some of the most challenging security problems at cloud scale.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, empathetic, curious, and reliable, with a strong drive for operational excellence and a passion for security. You'll have the chance to raise the bar for testing, automation, and system efficiency while working in an environment that values diverse experiences and perspectives.

Located in either Seattle, WA or Herndon, VA, you'll be joining a team that prioritizes ongoing learning, diversity, and professional development. If you're excited about building security solutions that protect millions of customers and want to work with cutting-edge technology at scale, this role offers the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.