Amazon Web Services (AWS) is building a central pipeline of Software Development Engineer (SDE II) talent. This requisition supports hiring across all AWS SDE II positions, from fungible SDE roles to specialized engineering positions in areas including:

Embedded Systems
Game Development
Compiler Engineering
Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
Healthcare AI
Cloud Computing
Distributed Systems
Security Engineering
Database Services
Networking
Analytics
Infrastructure Services
Firmware Development
Video Processing and Streaming
Content Delivery Network (CDN)

When you apply to this position, your profile will be considered for current and future SDE II openings across AWS

Key job responsibilities

As an AWS Software Development Engineer, you will:

Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code
Implement complex software solutions that meet business requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and bugs
Participate in architecture and design reviews to provide technical guidance
Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancement
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building a strong engineering culture

A day in the life

On a typical day as an AWS SDE, you might:

Start your morning with a team stand-up to align on priorities and address any blockers
Collaborate with product managers to refine requirements for upcoming features
Write code and develop solutions for complex technical challenges
Review pull requests from team members, providing constructive feedback
Participate in design discussions for new services or features
Debug and troubleshoot production issues as they arise
Attend learning sessions to stay current with AWS technologies
Document your work and contribute to technical specifications
Engage with customers or internal stakeholders to better understand their needs

About the team

Our central SDE sourcing team specializes exclusively in the SDE job family across AWS. This team of experts understands the nuances of various SDE roles throughout the organization and serves as your dedicated resource throughout the hiring process. Here's what you can expect:

An SDE sourcer will contact you for an initial screening call to understand your background, skills, and interests
They will share specific details about what you need to succeed in the interview process
As the right roles become available, your sourcer will stay in touch and connect you with appropriate teams
Throughout the process, the central team will provide guidance and preparation support