Software Development Engineer, Network Core (Overlay Networking)

AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking a Software Development Engineer for their Network Core team in Sydney, Australia. This role is at the heart of AWS's global network operations, focusing on developing and maintaining critical systems that manage network deployment and monitoring at a massive scale.

The position involves working with cutting-edge network automation technologies, developing solutions that help eliminate human intervention and errors from network engineering processes. You'll be part of a team that manages thousands of network devices across multiple data centers worldwide, contributing to the stability and sustainability of AWS's next-generation networks.

As a Software Development Engineer, you'll collaborate with network development engineers to build and enhance globally distributed systems. Your responsibilities will include developing best practices, improving operational procedures, and driving innovation in network automation. The role requires working closely with Network Deployment teams to pioneer new approaches to deploying, scaling, and operating Amazon's Next-Generation Network while maintaining high security standards.

The ideal candidate brings strong software development experience, with knowledge of networking fundamentals and internet protocols. You'll need to demonstrate expertise in system architecture, coding standards, and the full software development lifecycle. This position offers the opportunity to work on challenging problems with global impact, alongside diverse teams of software, hardware, and network engineers.

AWS offers a collaborative and inclusive culture, emphasizing work-life harmony and professional growth. You'll have access to mentorship opportunities, knowledge-sharing resources, and career development support. The role is ideal for someone passionate about large-scale network automation and interested in shaping the future of cloud infrastructure.

This position requires participation in an on-call rotation and involves working with teams across AWS to maintain high availability and performance standards. If you're excited about solving complex networking challenges through software innovation and want to be part of building the future of cloud infrastructure, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.