Software Development Engineer II, Internet Edge Services

AWS Infrastructure Services is at the heart of Amazon's cloud operations, responsible for the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. This role is within the AWS Internet Edge team, focusing on building SDN software controllers for network operations. As a Software Development Engineer II, you'll be instrumental in developing a packet processor control plane that operates at Amazon's network edge. The position involves working with cutting-edge network technologies and contributing to a multi-year initiative building a new software-based packet processor.

The role offers a unique opportunity to impact one of the world's largest networks, handling terabits of traffic daily. You'll collaborate with both software and network experts, participating in architecture decisions and design reviews while ensuring the platform operates at scale. The team values work-life harmony and fosters an inclusive culture that welcomes diverse perspectives and bold ideas.

AWS provides a comprehensive compensation package including competitive base pay ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 depending on location, plus equity, sign-on payments, and extensive benefits. The position offers significant growth potential within Amazon's expanding cloud infrastructure, working on challenging problems that directly impact millions of AWS customers worldwide.

Key responsibilities include developing software systems, implementing network optimization features, executing across the full development lifecycle, and communicating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in software development, system architecture, and a passion for large-scale distributed systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to work at the intersection of cloud computing and network infrastructure, making a direct impact on AWS's global network platform.