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At Amazon Web Services (AWS), our goal is to simplify the use of data for enhanced decision-making through analytics. In this pursuit, Amazon DataZone, recognized as one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving AWS services, is looking to expand its team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing and building strategic, innovative analytics products. This position offers a unique opportunity to significantly impact the growing landscape of data analytics and management. Join us as we shape the future of data-driven decision-making in one of the most exciting and promising areas of AWS.

Key job responsibilities

In this role, you will have the exceptional opportunity to be a part of the foundational team of a rapidly expanding business area, significantly influencing both technology and product direction from the ground up. As a Software Development Engineer, your responsibilities will encompass designing, building, and scaling both our front-end framework and back-end APIs and services. This position demands a candidate who can think strategically and analytically about business and product challenges, and who possesses the ability to integrate compelling value propositions into software development.

Your role will require strong cross-organizational collaboration, as you will work closely with engineers and leaders to drive product vision and lead technical implementation efforts. The successful candidate will demonstrate a unique blend of technical leadership and deep engineering expertise, combined with the ability to dive into the details to guide engineering decisions. This position offers the chance to engage and influence a diverse team, playing a key role in shaping the future of our product and business.

A day in the life

What can you expect?

As a key member of the DataZone team, you will contribute significantly to our data management service. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are enthusiastic about developing advanced analytics experiences that meet the high standards of AWS customers. You will focus on creating solutions that are architecturally sound, scalable, resilient, and easy to operate.

Your role in launching core modules and features for Amazon DataZone at its early stage presents a chance to fully utilize your experience and challenge yourself in a dynamic environment. This is a high-profile initiative in one of AWS's most strategic areas, where your work will play a crucial role in defining the future of data management and setting new benchmarks for customer satisfaction and technical innovation.

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 are 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.

About the team

We are currently seeking a Software Development Engineer (Level 5) to join our team and contribute to the development of Amazon DataZone, an innovative AWS data management service. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about creating solutions that streamline and improve the process of cataloging, discovering, sharing, and governing data across various platforms including AWS, on-premises environments, and third-party sources.

In this role, you will:

• Play a pivotal part in launching core modules and features of Amazon DataZone during its early development stage.

• Utilize your comprehensive experience to tackle unique challenges and significantly impact our strategic business areas.

• Work in a highly visible and strategically important domain, where your contributions will be crucial to the success of DataZone.

This position offers a remarkable opportunity to leverage your skills and experience in a challenging yet rewarding environment, and to make a substantial impact on a service that is vital to the data-driven future.

Basic qualifications

• Professional Experience: Minimum of 3 years in software development, with a focus on developing web services, APIs, or full-stack applications.

• System Design Expertise: At least 2 year of experience in contributing to the architecture and design of both new and existing systems, including aspects of architecture, design pattern, scalability, and reliability.

• Systems Engineering: Demonstrated expertise in creating scalable and fault-tolerant systems with a focus on operational efficiency.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong proficiency in multiple modern programming languages, including but not limited to Java, Python, C++, and JavaScript.

• Decision Making: proven ability in handling ambiguous situations and making informed, data-driven decisions to craft optimal customer experiences.

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.

• Foundational Knowledge: Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals, encompassing design, data structure, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced System Design: Demonstrated experience in advanced system design and architecture.

• Coding Standards: Excellent coding practices including comprehensive design documentation, unit testing, peer code reviews, and a preference for agile development methodologies.

• Cloud Technology Proficiency: Experience with cloud services (Amazon Web Services, Azure, or GCP) is desirable. Proficiency in modern cloud-native technologies, including but not limited to AWS Services like API Gateway, Lambda, ECS, S3, DynamoDB, IAM, KMS, CloudWatch, Glue, LakeFormation, and QuickSight.

• Machine Learning Expertise: Hands-on experience with machine learning applications, including Large Language Models (LLMs), Reinforcement learning, or Deep learning a plus. Familiarity with MLOps practices, demonstrating proficiency in integrating machine learning models into production environment, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and reliability.

• Analytical and Design Skills: Sharp analytical abilities with proven design skills and excellent communication capabilities.

• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to influence or lead a team of experienced engineers towards a common technical goal. Skilled in resolving conflicts and guiding the team to optimal solutions.

• Innovative Drive: Strong passion for developing new products in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• User Experience Focus: Passion for building intuitive and innovative user experiences.

• Ownership and Initiative: A track record as a proactive owner, capable of taking concepts through to concrete realization.

• Continuous Learning: A strong desire for continuous learning and improvement.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

Bellevue, WA, USA | East Palo Alto, CA, USA

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 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. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $115,000/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.