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Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Software Development Engineer

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

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Description Amazon Web Services (AWS) is building a central pipeline of Software Development Engineer (SDE) talent for anticipated roles in 2026. This requisition supports hiring across all AWS SDE positions, from fungible SDE roles to specialized engineering positions in areas including: Embedded Systems, Game Development, Compiler Engineering, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Healthcare AI, Infrastructure Services, Firmware Development, Cloud Computing, Distributed Systems, Security Engineering, Video Processing and Streaming, Content Delivery Network (CDN).

Key Job Responsibilities

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

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. Expect an initial screening call, guidance through interviews, and ongoing support as roles become available.

Basic Qualifications

3+ years of non‑internship professional software development experience

2+ years of non‑internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems

3+ years of building complex software systems

2+ years of designing and developing large‑scale, multi‑tiered, multi‑threaded, embedded or distributed software applications, tools, systems, and services using C#, C++, Java, or Perl

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of ML frameworks including JAX, PyTorch, vLLM, SGLang, Dynamo, TorchXLA, and TensorRT

Knowledge of Machine Learning and LLM fundamentals, including transformer architecture, training/inference lifecycles, and optimization techniques

Knowledge of Python and/or C++ programming

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include working safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhering to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicating effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and following all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may impact eligibility for certain duties. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

Salary for this position ranges from $129,300 to $223,600 annually, depending on geographic location. Additional compensation such as equity, sign‑on payments, and other benefits may be offered as part of a total compensation package.

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