Software Development Engineer – Amazon Leo

Software Development Engineer – Amazon Leo (US)Job ID: | Amazon.com Services LLCDo you want to solve real customer problems through innovative technology? Do you enjoy working on scalable services in a collaborative team environment? Do you want to see your code directly impact millions of customers worldwide?At Amazon, we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build on behalf of our customers. Customer obsession is part of our company DNA, which has made us one of the world's most beloved brands.Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.Our Software Development Engineers (SDEs) use modern technology to solve complex problems while seeing their work’s impact first‑hand. The challenges SDEs solve at Amazon are meaningful and influence millions of customers, sellers, and products globally. We seek individuals passionate about creating new products, features, and services while managing ambiguity in an environment where development cycles are measured in weeks, not years.At Amazon, we believe in ownership at every level. As an SDE‑I, you’ll own the entire lifecycle of your code – from design through deployment and ongoing operations. This ownership mindset, combined with our commitment to operational excellence, ensures we deliver the highest quality solutions for our customers.We’re looking for curious minds who think big and want to define tomorrow’s technology. At Amazon, you’ll grow into the high‑impact engineer you know you can be, supported by a culture of learning and mentorship. Every day brings exciting new challenges and opportunities for personal growth.Export Control RequirementDue to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Key job responsibilitiesCollaborate and communicate effectively with experienced cross‑disciplinary Amazonians to design, build, and operate innovative products and services that delight our customers, while participating in technical discussions to drive solutions forward.Design and develop scalable solutions using cloud‑native architectures and microservices in a large distributed computing environment.Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation.Build and maintain resilient distributed systems that are scalable, fault‑tolerant, and cost‑effective.Leverage and contribute to the development of GenAI and AI‑powered tools to enhance development productivity while staying current with emerging technologies.Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and design patterns.Work in an agile environment practicing CI/CD principles while participating in operational responsibilities including on‑call duties.Demonstrate operational excellence through monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues.Basic QualificationsExperience with data structure implementation, basic algorithm development, and/or object‑oriented design principlesMust be 18 years of age or olderCurrently has, or is in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related STEM fieldsDemonstrated experience with at least one general‑purpose programming language such as Java, Python, C++, C#, Go, Rust, or TypeScriptPreferred QualificationsPrevious technical internship(s) or demonstrated project experienceExperience with one or more of the following: AI tools for development productivity, cloud platforms (preferably AWS), database systems (SQL and NoSQL), contributing to open‑source projects, debugging and troubleshooting complex systems, and version control systemsStrong problem‑solving and analytical skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quicklyBasic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC)Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $99,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/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.Posted: December 18, 2025 (Updated about 4 hours ago)#J-18808-Ljbffr