Software Development Engineer, EC2 Gateway Networking

Join AWS EC2 Networking organization as a Software Development Engineer working on critical services that form the foundation of AWS VPC. This role focuses on creating and enhancing global-scale high-performance distributed systems and packet processors. You'll be part of a core team responsible for providing the thinnest possible layer at the edge of the AWS network to deliver superior customer experience for packet processing.

The position offers extensive opportunities to work with Senior, Principal, and Distinguished Engineers across EC2, AWS, and Amazon. As a tier zero Amazon service, your solutions must be scalable, efficient, and fault-tolerant. You'll operate autonomously, delivering team-level projects while collaborating with other teams.

Day-to-day responsibilities include driving designs for components and services, reviewing code, writing complex software, analyzing operational events, and providing project updates. The role includes on-call duties (one week every two months), with a strong focus on building fault-tolerant systems to minimize disruptions.

The team culture emphasizes knowledge-sharing and mentorship, with regular code reviews and opportunities for career growth. You'll work in a collaborative environment with weekly team events and a diverse mix of experience levels. AWS values work-life harmony and provides comprehensive benefits including medical, financial, and career development resources.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on geographic location, plus equity and other benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about networking infrastructure who want to work on systems that operate at global scale and impact millions of AWS customers.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of professional software development experience, strong system design skills, and a track record of building reliable, scalable solutions. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology in AWS's networking infrastructure, making critical decisions that affect AWS's core services.

Join a team that values diversity, continuous learning, and technical excellence while building the foundation of AWS's networking capabilities.