We are seeking a Software Development Manager to lead a team responsible for building software that governs and secures Amazon's enterprise cloud footprint. This team will be responsible for developing innovative software that will transform how we manage and secure Amazon's vast cloud resources. This critical role requires deep technical expertise in developing highly reliable and scalable software, as well as a proven track record of growing and developing engineering talent. You will be at the forefront of creating innovative solutions that ensure the security, compliance, and efficient management of our cloud resources.
The ideal candidate will bring a unique blend of technical prowess and leadership acumen. You should have a deep understanding of cloud technologies, security principles, and software development best practices. Beyond technical skills, we're looking for a leader who can nurture talent, foster innovation, and build a collaborative, high-performance team culture. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of cloud governance and security at one of the world's leading technology companies.
Key job responsibilities
* Lead and manage a team of software engineers developing cloud governance and security solutions
* Drive technical strategy and architecture decisions for the team's projects
* Ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable, and reliable software solutions
* Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to understand requirements and align priorities
* Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth
* Participate in hiring and team-building activities to maintain a strong engineering team
A day in the life
As the manager of the team you own vision and mission of the team. You will attend daily operations calls, team standups, and meet with stakeholders regarding short-term/long-term projects. You will weekly meet with your team to discuss their career goals, and passions. You will lead operational excellence initiatives. You will partner with your Sr. SDEs to create architectures that will scale for the long term. You will provide guidance to senior leaders on long-term technical strategies and approaches to solving problems within your domain.
About the team
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 Amazon’s 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.
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security, it’s 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 & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
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 we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.
