Software Development Engineer, Kinesis Data Streams

Amazon Kinesis Data Streams is a critical service trusted by leading brands like Epic Games, Lyft, AirBnB, and Vanguard for real-time streaming data processing. As a Software Development Engineer on the Kinesis Data Streams team, you'll be at the forefront of cloud computing innovation, working on a service that processes gigabytes of real-time data per second for various use cases including gaming analytics, IoT sensor data, financial transactions, and security analytics.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work with outstanding engineers and leaders in AWS's Utility Computing organization, which provides foundational services like S3 and EC2. You'll be involved in all aspects of the development process - from refining product requirements and defining architecture to implementing and launching software solutions.

Your responsibilities will include solving complex technical challenges, designing scalable systems, and working directly with enterprise customers. The position requires strong technical skills, pragmatic problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, customer obsession, and high-quality software delivery.

The role offers comprehensive benefits including competitive base pay ($129,300-$223,600 based on location), equity compensation, and full medical benefits. Amazon provides a collaborative work environment with opportunities for mentorship, career growth, and learning from diverse perspectives through employee-led affinity groups and inclusive team culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who is passionate about distributed systems, real-time data processing, and building enterprise-scale cloud services. You'll be contributing to a service that is fundamental to thousands of customers worldwide while working with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced, innovative environment.