Software Development Engineer II, Frontier Outposts, Ostara Team

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Software Development Engineer II to join their EC2 Edge Frontier Outposts team, a groundbreaking initiative that's reshaping cloud computing. This role sits at the intersection of innovation and enterprise-scale technology, working on AWS Outposts - fully managed compute and storage racks that extend AWS services to customer data centers.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud infrastructure, building services that support Outpost hardware in a startup-like environment within Amazon's established ecosystem. You'll be part of a Vancouver-based team that values collaboration, technical excellence, and customer obsession.

As an SDE II, you'll lead feature development, write code across various languages and technologies (from AWS Lambda to bare metal scripting), and participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle. The role demands both technical expertise and leadership skills, as you'll be providing guidance to team members while maintaining operational responsibility for critical services.

The team emphasizes work-life balance, offering flexible working hours and a supportive environment that promotes both personal and professional growth. You'll benefit from mentorship opportunities, thorough code reviews, and a culture that celebrates knowledge sharing. The position requires 3+ years of professional software development experience and strong system design capabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers who want to work on complex distributed systems, are passionate about cloud computing, and want to be part of a team that's bringing AWS services directly to customer premises. The role offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $114,800 to $191,800 per year, plus additional benefits and equity opportunities.

If you're excited about building large-scale systems, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to work with a team that values both technical excellence and personal growth, this role offers a perfect blend of stability and innovation at one of the world's leading cloud providers.