Seattle, WA, US
8 days ago
Software Development Engineer II, Enterprise Identity
As a Software Development Engineer II in the Foundational Security & Dedicated Clouds (FSDC) organization at AWS, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of AWS’s identity management landscape. We provide the critical infrastructure that powers Amazon's vast range of services, enabling them to deliver for customers across the globe.

What you will do:

As an SDE II, your role is pivotal in maintaining the robust and innovative solutions of our team. You will work on complex challenges in existing and new development initiatives, focusing on areas with ambiguity. Your goal is to design and develop software systems that are secure, maintainable, scalable, and extendable.

You will develop an understanding of the business impact of your systems and make responsible trade-offs between the short-term operational needs and long-term business objectives. You will actively participate in team strategy discussions and contribute to the decisions made regarding technology.

You will provide technical solutions that not only meet the current needs but also consider the future, promoting simplicity and ease of maintainability. Your solutions will be designed in such a way that they can be easily understood and contributed to by other team members.

You will collaborate with your team, encouraging best practices and setting standards to improve the overall quality of the team's work. In situations where there are differing viewpoints, you will strive to find the best way forward and build consensus.

Why it matters:

Amazon and Amazon Web Services are growing at an unprecedented rate. To keep up with that growth, we are in constant need of innovative processes and automation solutions. Your work will have a company-wide impact, affecting thousands of developers and teams, and enabling us to launch and scale our services rapidly.

Why you'll love it:

You will get a comprehensive view of all aspects of Amazon's business. You will have the opportunity to work with massive data sets and improve the agility of our technical teams. You will be part of a growing, fast-paced, and innovative team. You will have ownership and responsibility to define and execute processes that enhance the productivity and savings for AWS and Amazon.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development with experience in identity directory systems architecture. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. The candidate should have a successful track record of delivering large-scale engineering solutions. The desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment is crucial.

Join us in this high-impact opportunity that offers interesting challenges and high visibility. Be prepared for a rigorous technical interview process as we're looking for the highest quality candidates.

About the team
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.

Work/Life Balance
Our team puts a high value on work-life balance. It isn’t about how many hours you spend at home or at work; it’s about the flow you establish that brings energy to both parts of your life. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.

Mentorship & Career Growth
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.
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