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Sr. Software Development Engineer - AWS Networking Application, SIDR

Amazon

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/17/2026

Compensation

$193,300 - $261,500 per year

Master's with 5+ Years of Experience
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Job description

The role involves joining a diverse team at AWS Infrastructure Services, focusing on designing and developing network control plane software for large-scale networks. The team is responsible for maintaining AWS global infrastructure, ensuring safety and security while delivering high capacity at low costs. Candidates will work with cutting-edge technologies in Software Defined Networking (SDN) and collaborate with various specialists to innovate and solve complex problems. This position offers an inclusive culture that encourages ownership and mentorship.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of programming experience with at least one software programming language
  • 5+ years of experience leading design or architecture of new and existing systems
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead, or leading an engineering team
  • 5+ years of experience in the full software development life cycle
  • Master's degree in computer science or equivalent
  • Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Java, C++, or C#

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop network control plane software for highly scaled networks using SDN and traditional routing/switching solutions.
  • Work with management, customers, and the development team to develop state-of-the-art solutions incorporating new technologies and algorithms.
  • Help onboard and mentor new team members.

Benefits

  • Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.

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