Software Development Engineer, Internet Edge Services

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join their Internet Optimizations team in Sydney, Australia. This role is part of the Internet Edge organization, working at the critical junction where AWS's global network connects to the Internet through external peering and transit connectivity.

The position involves developing sophisticated automation software that manages millions of daily operations across global regions, eliminating the need for manual intervention. You'll be instrumental in building systems that ensure network stability, enhance performance, and scale services as AWS continues its expansion. The team handles massive amounts of Internet traffic, requiring innovative solutions for capacity management, configuration deployment, and traffic optimization.

As an SDE in this role, you'll work on critical infrastructure that moves terabits of traffic to and from the Internet, representing one of the largest edge surface areas globally. You'll develop automation tools, implement traffic engineering solutions, enhance routing policies, and help secure AWS's infrastructure against potential threats. The role offers significant responsibility and impact across Amazon's product portfolio.

The team culture emphasizes positive collaboration, respect, and continuous self-improvement. You'll join a group that owns its product end-to-end and iterates quickly to drive improvements. The position requires strong technical skills, independent problem-solving abilities, and excellent collaboration capabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about large-scale networking, automation, and building resilient systems. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies while helping to shape the future of AWS's Internet infrastructure. The role offers exposure to complex technical challenges and the chance to make meaningful contributions to one of the world's largest cloud computing platforms.