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Software Development Engineer III, Region Reliability, Region Re
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AWS Region Reliability Software Development Engineer III
Join AWS Region Reliability and help revolutionize how AWS operates at scale! We're building innovative solutions that redefine and optimize AWS operations across the company. Our team develops tools that streamline engineering processes and deliver novel insights to improve operations execution and management. Be part of a fast-growing team that's transforming AWS operations. Drive technical innovation in distributed systems and operational excellence. Lead and architect solutions that impact AWS's most critical infrastructure. Shape the future of cloud operations across AWS. The candidate selected must obtain and maintain a security clearance at the TS/SCI with polygraph level. Upon start, the selected candidate will be sponsored for a commensurate clearance for each government agency for which they perform AWS work. Key job responsibilities include: Lead and architect system-wide solutions spanning multiple engineers and teams Drive technology strategy decisions, balancing short-term delivery with long-term vision Provide technical leadership in ambiguous environments where technology strategy needs to be defined Build consensus across teams and drive adoption of engineering best practices Mentor and coach other engineers, fostering a culture of robust software development Establish and improve operational practices including monitoring, telemetry, and incident management Identify and resolve root causes of endemic problems affecting multiple teams Design and maintain scalable, simple, and maintainable systems Effectively communicate technical designs and decisions to various audiences A day in the life as an SDE III on our team will involve: Leading technical design discussions and architecture reviews Guiding junior engineers through complex problem-solving Reviewing and providing feedback on designs and code from team members Participating in operational excellence activities including on-call rotations Engaging with stakeholders to understand requirements and constraints Working with security teams to ensure solutions meet compliance requirements Driving continuous improvement in team processes and technical practices About the team: Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating. Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations from foundational services such as Amazon's Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS's services and features apart in the industry. Inclusive Team Culture: Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Work/Life Balance: We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. Mentorship and Career Growth: We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Diverse Experiences: Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Basic Qualifications: 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team Preferred Qualifications: 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or above Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.
Join AWS Region Reliability and help revolutionize how AWS operates at scale! We're building innovative solutions that redefine and optimize AWS operations across the company. Our team develops tools that streamline engineering processes and deliver novel insights to improve operations execution and management. Be part of a fast-growing team that's transforming AWS operations. Drive technical innovation in distributed systems and operational excellence. Lead and architect solutions that impact AWS's most critical infrastructure. Shape the future of cloud operations across AWS. The candidate selected must obtain and maintain a security clearance at the TS/SCI with polygraph level. Upon start, the selected candidate will be sponsored for a commensurate clearance for each government agency for which they perform AWS work. Key job responsibilities include: Lead and architect system-wide solutions spanning multiple engineers and teams Drive technology strategy decisions, balancing short-term delivery with long-term vision Provide technical leadership in ambiguous environments where technology strategy needs to be defined Build consensus across teams and drive adoption of engineering best practices Mentor and coach other engineers, fostering a culture of robust software development Establish and improve operational practices including monitoring, telemetry, and incident management Identify and resolve root causes of endemic problems affecting multiple teams Design and maintain scalable, simple, and maintainable systems Effectively communicate technical designs and decisions to various audiences A day in the life as an SDE III on our team will involve: Leading technical design discussions and architecture reviews Guiding junior engineers through complex problem-solving Reviewing and providing feedback on designs and code from team members Participating in operational excellence activities including on-call rotations Engaging with stakeholders to understand requirements and constraints Working with security teams to ensure solutions meet compliance requirements Driving continuous improvement in team processes and technical practices About the team: Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating. Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations from foundational services such as Amazon's Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS's services and features apart in the industry. Inclusive Team Culture: Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Work/Life Balance: We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. Mentorship and Career Growth: We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Diverse Experiences: Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Basic Qualifications: 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team Preferred Qualifications: 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or above Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.