Software Development Engineer (SDE), Amazon Air Network Control Center - Network Strategies and Analytics

The Amazon Air Network Control Center (AANCC) Network Solutions & Analytics (NSA) team is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join our dynamic group of technical problem solvers. Our team builds mission-critical applications that enable data-driven decision making for one of Amazon's fastest-growing operations. We're looking for someone who can help us move beyond just consuming data to creating and managing our own datasets, while maintaining our ability to rapidly prototype and deliver solutions.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment where ownership and speed are critical success factors. You'll work closely with Program Managers and Business Analysts to quickly translate operational needs into technical solutions. This role requires someone who can balance technical excellence with practical delivery, making smart trade-offs to ensure we're building the right solutions at the right time.

Key job responsibilities
Be part of an elite technical team within Amazon Air's Network Control Center (AANCC) that architects, develops, and maintains mission-critical applications supporting Amazon's rapidly growing and dynamic air cargo network. Our team manages the full development lifecycle while leveraging modern AWS services and development practices.

Eligibility requirement
- Individuals hired into this position will have unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA). For this reason, eligibility for this role will be limited to individuals who pass a security screening, as required by the FAA, DHS, and TSA (as applicable).
- Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable.
- Amazon does not sponsor for immigration, including for H-1B, TN, and other non-immigrant visas, for this role.

Drug Test Requirement
- This position requires an employees full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute their job duties to ensure the safety and security of Amazon Air personnel, third-party contractors, Airport personnel, cargo, and equipment. This position is therefore designated as a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and, where permitted, post-hire drug testing.

A day in the life
Your day will be a blend of collaborative problem-solving and innovative software development. You'll engage with cross-functional teams, translating operational needs into robust technical solutions. Expect to prototype rapidly, design scalable systems, and see your work directly impact Amazon's logistics capabilities.

About the team
We are a passionate group of technical problem-solvers dedicated to advancing Amazon's air cargo operations. Our team focuses on creating intelligent, data-driven applications that support one of Amazon's most dynamic operational areas. We value innovation, rapid iteration, and transformative technological solutions.

- 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
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

- 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Master's degree or equivalent
- Experience with AWS services, particularly in server-less architectures (e.g., Lambda, API Gateway)
- Experience with AWS CDK for infrastructure as code

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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 . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.