Sr. Software Development Engineer - AWS Networking Application, Core Networking

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join their Core Networking team. This role is at the heart of AWS's mission to build and maintain one of the world's largest and best-performing networks. The position focuses on developing Software Defined Networking (SDN) solutions for hyperscale data center networks that serve AI/ML workloads and cloud infrastructure.

The role combines the excitement of a startup environment with the scale and resources of AWS. You'll be working on cutting-edge networking technology, developing solutions that operate at an unprecedented scale. The team is focused on pushing the boundaries in robustness, fault-tolerance, and intelligent adaptive algorithms that can react to real-world events.

As a Senior SDE, you'll be involved in every aspect of the development process - from gathering requirements and choosing technologies to designing features, coding, reviewing, and deploying software globally. You'll work with state-of-the-art networking solutions, combining both SDN and traditional routing/switching approaches.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 per year, depending on location, plus additional benefits including equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive medical coverage. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on the future of cloud networking infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will bring strong software development expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges. While networking background is not required upfront, you'll have the opportunity to work with and learn from a highly motivated team of developers who specialize in large-scale distributed systems and networking technologies.

Join a team that's not just building software, but is actively shaping the future of cloud infrastructure and networking at a global scale. This role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge, leadership opportunity, and the chance to work on systems that directly impact millions of AWS customers worldwide.