Software Dev Engineer, EC2 Provisioning
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Position Overview & Specifications
Amazon Web Services is looking for Software Development Engineers. This position is a hands-on technical role focusing on complex, ambiguous problem areas and innovative software initiatives in EC2 Provisioning team within AWS Compute & Networking organization. This role requires broad engineering competence and in-depth technical knowledge of control plane software development, DevOps roles, infrastructure tools and distributed systems, as well as demonstrated experience in planning, organizing, refactoring, and conducting software development projects in a dynamic environment. You will work closely with Principal and Distinguished Engineers, Software Developers throughout AWS to define technical roadmap and follow through with world-class execution.
EC2 Provisioning provides services for EC2 server provisioning. These services provide state-of-the-art control plane services right from ensuring supply chain security to secure boot to providing authentication and authorization services in the substrate. We also provide highly available interfaces for efficient management of EC2 inventory attributes and provide analytical reporting on unusable capacity available for better capacity utilization.
If the challenge of building the next generation of compute platform excites you, come join us to shape the future of compute services!
Key job responsibilities
Design, develop, operate and own large-scale services, architecting them to scale
Provide technical leadership and mentor lead junior engineers in the team
Write high quality code to develop new systems, conduct deep design and code reviews
Solve problems at their root, stepping back to understand the broader context, and implementing fixes to ensure that an issue will never happen again
About the team
EC2 Provisioning provides services for EC2 server provisioning. Our services provide state-of-the-art control plane services right from ensuring supply chain security to secure boot to providing authentication and authorization services in the substrate. We also provide highly available interfaces for efficient management of EC2 inventory attributes and provide analytical reporting on unusable capacity available for better capacity utilization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience- 3+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ 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
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, 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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $129,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $223,600/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. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United States Work Authorization & Sponsorship Guide
Under United States immigration law (INA § 101(a)(15)(H)), foreign nationals seeking full-time professional positions typically navigate either non-immigrant specialty occupation classifications or immigrant visa sponsorship:
Requires a relevant Bachelor's degree or higher. Employers must file an approved Labor Condition Application (LCA) with the US Department of Labor confirming the prevailing wage rate.
Canadian and Mexican citizens qualify under USMCA (TN status). F-1 STEM graduates benefit from 36-month aggregate work authorization through E-Verify enrolled employers.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Technology
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Software Dev Engineer, EC2 Provisioning roles across Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Technology.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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