The Software Development Engineer I role at Amazon Web Services focuses on building tools that enhance developer productivity and operational excellence across AWS teams. The position involves collaborating with System Development Engineers and Systems Engineers to design and implement internal platforms that support exceptional customer experiences. Candidates will have the opportunity to grow their technical skills while contributing to innovative solutions in distributed systems and cloud infrastructure. This role is ideal for early-career engineers looking to make meaningful contributions in a dynamic environment.

• An Associate's degree or above, or CND (Certified Network Defender) or GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials).
• Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, or Ruby.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of Python scripting language.
• Experience with tools for automation, including building, testing, releasing, or monitoring.
• Experience on highly concurrent, high throughput systems and knowledge of complex distributed systems.

• Write clean, maintainable code for internal AWS tools and services.
• Implement and test new features that enhance developer productivity and operational capabilities.
• Collaborate with peers throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Debug and resolve technical issues across the development stack.
• Develop and implement innovative solutions to reduce repetitive tasks.
• Expand regional coverage for AWS’s critical services.
• Conduct deep dives into system and service interdependencies.
• Engage in continuous learning and contribute to a culture of excellence and reliability.

• 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.