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Security Software Developer, AWS Security Operational Research

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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Location: Seattle, WA

Job ID: A3127840

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology, Consulting, and Engineering

Description Come join us and help build and scale security, while responding to security issues across the largest global cloud provider. Amazon Web Services (AWS) customers demand the highest quality and reliability for their services. We continually look for ways to invent and simplify to scale AWS security as it expands, while driving complex issues to resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Lead design and development of next-generation security automation platforms

Collaborate with security operations teams to identify automation opportunities and technical requirements

Drive strategic technology integration initiatives to reduce manual operational overhead

Mentor multiple engineers simultaneously on security automation best practices and system design

Guide local and global engineering teams toward optimal technical solutions

Serve as force-multiplier for engineering excellence across the organization

Analyze systematic operational challenges and implement preventive solutions before they become critical

Work directly with experienced security responders to understand operational pain points

Design technical enrichment solutions that scale beyond individual contributions

Build and maintain security automation tools and platforms supporting 24/7 operations

Implement self-service capabilities to reduce direct engineering interaction requirements

Develop AI/LLM-powered automation solutions for ticket processing and response

Participate in on-call rotation supporting critical security infrastructure

Research and implement emerging technologies in security automation

Drive modernization of security tools and processes

Measure and optimize automation effectiveness and operational efficiency

About The Team Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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.

At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon’s products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.

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

Compensation and Benefits The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

This position will remain posted until filled.

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