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Software Development Engineer, AWS Data Services - 2026 (US)

Amazon Web Services (AWS) · Seattle, WA · 3 wk ago
ConsultingFull-time

About the role

The Software Development Engineer (SDE) role within AWS Data Services focuses on solving real customer problems through innovative technology. You will work in a collaborative team environment and see your code directly impact millions of customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with experienced cross-disciplinary Amazonians to design, build, and operate innovative products and services that delight our customers.
  • Design and develop scalable solutions using cloud-native architectures and microservices in a large distributed computing environment.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation.
  • Build and maintain resilient distributed systems that are scalable, fault-tolerant, and cost-effective.
  • Leverage and contribute to the development of GenAI and AI-powered tools to enhance development productivity while staying current with emerging technologies.
  • Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and design patterns.
  • Work in an agile environment practicing CI/CD principles while participating in operational responsibilities including on-call duties.
  • Demonstrate operational excellence through monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older. Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related STEM fields. Experience with at least one general-purpose programming language such as Java, Python, C++, C#, Go, Rust, or TypeScript. Experience with data structure implementation, basic algorithm development, and/or object-oriented design principles. Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly. Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC). Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Experience with one or more of the following: AI tools for development productivity, Cloud platforms (preferably AWS), Database systems (SQL and NoSQL).
  • Contributing to open-source projects.
  • Version control systems.
  • Debugging and troubleshooting complex systems.

Skills

Curiosity, passion for creating new products, features, and services, and a desire to define tomorrow's technology. Ownership mindset, commitment to operational excellence, and a focus on delivering high-quality solutions for our customers.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

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