Software Development Engineer, Amazon S3 Index

About the role

Amazon S3 is one of the largest distributed storage systems globally, managing trillions of objects and handling billions of transactions per second. As a Software Development Engineer in the S3 Index team, you will work on innovative solutions that enhance the durability and availability of key-value metadata, tackling complex challenges in a high-scale environment.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Design and implement software solutions that ensure the reliability and performance of S3 Index systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address scalability and availability challenges in a dynamic cloud environment.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of professional software development experience, excluding internships.
• Minimum of 2 years in designing or architecting systems, focusing on design patterns, reliability, and scalability.
• A year of experience as a software development engineer or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in developing large-scale, multi-threaded, or distributed software applications using languages such as C#, C++, Java, or Perl.
• Experience with Object-Oriented Design principles.
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with at least one programming language.

Nice to have

• Over 3 years of experience with the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control, build processes, testing, and operations.
• A Bachelor's degree specifically in computer science or a related field.

Skills & tools

• Strong understanding of distributed systems and cloud computing concepts.
• Experience with software development tools and methodologies.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Practical notes

The salary range for this position is between $143,700 and $194,400 annually. Your compensation package will also include sign-on bonuses and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. AWS provides comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. For more details on our benefits, please visit our benefits page.

Amazon is committed to equal opportunity employment and does not discriminate based on veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We encourage individuals with diverse experiences to apply, even if they do not meet all preferred qualifications. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please reach out to our Recruiting Partner for assistance.