DESCRIPTION
We are changing the way millions of customers interact with entertainment that enriches lives. Amazon Games, Media and Entertainment delivers experiences at unparalleled scale. Whether it's launching our own studio to create original and exclusive content, or connecting players and developers to the games and communities they love, Amazon Games, Media and Entertainment Security is at the center of customer, builder and content journeys. Our vision is to be the most loved and trusted entertainment service by empowering the business with innovative security solutions that complement our creative workforce without restricting our ability to deliver a seamless customer experience.
We are looking for a Software Development Engineer to build tools and products that improve the security, scale, and speed of Games, Media, and Entertainment. You will design and build systems that enable our services, applications, and websites to operate at the highest security standards. Amazon has a peculiar approach to building systems that strongly favors build versus buy, and uses our scale and internal tools to build products that are not possible for other companies. The Security Engineering team focuses on automated mechanisms through building security tools, such as vulnerability scanners, compliance monitoring and reporting tools, campaign automation, threat intelligence platforms, and incident response systems, to streamline workflows and improve our overall security posture. You will have the opportunity to learn from, and be mentored by, those who are building and securing our cutting-edge services. You are also expected to mentor more junior engineers and be a technical thought leader for the organization.
A Software Development Engineer must foster constructive dialogue and seek resolution when confronted with discordant views. Engineers in this role are expected to participate fully in the planning of the our team's work and constantly seek opportunities for process improvement. They should also have a deep understanding of how to apply software engineering principles to complex problems at scale. Security tool and product development experience is a bonus.
You will have the combination of troubleshooting, technical, and communication skills, as well as the ability to handle a mix of disparate tasks which may include project and software development work. This role will provide career growth opportunities as you gain new skills in the course of your duties.
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities
- Security tool and product development
- Technical Implementations and Design Documents
- Facilitate Design Reviews and Design Consultations with more junior engineers
- Code Reviews and technical mentorship
- Build Security Automations and Engineer mechanisms to reduce repetitive work
- Assistance with recruiting activities and administrative work
- Projects and research work as needed
About the team
About AmSec:
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasnt followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, dont let it stop you from applying.
Why Amazon Security
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazons products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, theres nothing we cant achieve.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security, its in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.
Training and Career growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
Annapolis Junction, MD, USA | Culver City, CA, USA | Jersey City, NJ, USA | Seattle, WA, USA
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 $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.
