Software Development Engineer II, Defensive Security

Amazon's Defensive Security team is seeking a Software Development Engineer II to join their mission of protecting customer and corporate data across Amazon's global infrastructure. This role offers a unique opportunity to build next-generation security automation solutions at enterprise scale, powered entirely by AWS.

The position sits within Amazon's Security organization, which is fundamental to maintaining customer trust and delivering secure customer experiences. As a member of the Defensive Security team, you'll be connected to all aspects of Amazon's business and its worldwide service-oriented architecture. You'll work on innovative solutions in areas such as enterprise-scale resource management in the cloud, real-time cloud intelligence, and building systems that enable service owners to maintain secure systems.

Key responsibilities include being an autonomous contributor across the team's software portfolio, delivering customer-facing features from frontend to backend, and participating in all aspects of the software development lifecycle. You'll work closely with leadership to influence key technical decisions that impact Amazon's software stack on AWS, while also having the unique opportunity to provide input on future AWS services from the perspective of one of its largest enterprise customers.

The role requires strong technical expertise with at least 3 years of professional software development experience and 2+ years of system design/architecture experience. You'll need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment. The team values work-life harmony and offers flexible work arrangements.

Amazon Security provides opportunities for diverse experiences and career growth through exposure to various security domains including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, and physical stores. The organization emphasizes ongoing learning, inclusive team culture, and professional development through knowledge-sharing, training, and career advancement resources.

This is an excellent opportunity for a security-minded software engineer who wants to work on large-scale systems that directly impact the security posture of one of the world's largest technology companies. The role offers the chance to innovate in cloud security while working with cutting-edge AWS technologies and influencing their evolution.