Software Development Engineer II, Amazon Security

Amazon Security is seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer II to lead the team responsible for AWS usage governance across Amazon's cloud infrastructure. This role offers a unique opportunity to have company-wide influence by building and operating foundational systems for securing Amazon's cloud workloads. The position involves architecting scalable software systems to manage millions of AWS accounts and resources, while ensuring compliance and security controls. You'll work closely with AWS product teams to drive adoption and influence roadmaps.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on cloud governance, security controls, and enterprise-scale AWS architecture. You'll be responsible for implementing preventive controls for security groups, IAM, networking, and logging, while ensuring high availability and disaster recovery. The position requires collaboration with various teams and mentoring other engineers.

Amazon Security values diverse experiences and work-life harmony. The team offers opportunities to work on challenging security problems across Amazon's vast portfolio including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, and healthcare. You'll benefit from continuous learning opportunities, DEI initiatives, and career development resources.

The compensation is competitive, ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. This role is perfect for experienced engineers passionate about cloud security, architecture, and technical leadership who want to make a significant impact at enterprise scale.