Description Amazon Web Services (AWS) Hardware Engineering team is at the forefront of creating cutting-edge compute and storage server designs for Amazon's innovative web services. Our storage platform team is responsible for developing and operating platforms for major storage products like S3, EBS, and EC2. Our industry-leading designs emphasize performance, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence, playing a crucial role in the continued success of AWS and its millions of customers. We are seeking an experienced and innovative leader for a pivotal role in our team. As a Senior Software Development Engineer in this team, you will guide a group of motivated software developers eager to tackle complex challenges with creative solutions. Your responsibilities will span from building to validating and operating software solutions across various technology domains, employing languages such as Java, C/C++, and Python, while utilizing both proprietary and open-source technologies along with Amazon services. This role involves significant collaboration with other development teams, including architecture, hardware, and software services. Your leadership will be instrumental in establishing vision and driving the execution of new products and services. What you will do: Lead a team focused on building large-scale monitoring and real-time telemetry systems for operating an extensive storage platform. Design and construct automation, tooling, and data analytics solutions. Work closely with AWS software teams to customize and implement storage solutions tailored to the AWS environment. Key job responsibilities Develop and drive product roadmaps in alignment with customer needs. Oversee the software development process, leading design and code reviews to ensure quality standards. Innovate on architecture, driving improvements in resilience and scalability. Instill operational excellence within product development practices. Mentor and develop engineering talent within the organization. A day in the life At AWS, we continue to lead in cloud computing technology, providing unmatched services trusted by startups and Global 500 enterprises. We value diverse experiences and encourage all candidates to apply, even if they do not meet all the preferred qualifications. About the team The Nitro SSD team is crucial to enhancing customer experience by improving storage availability, reducing SSD-related operations, and providing a uniform customer experience. Basic Qualifications 5+ years of professional software development experience. 5+ years of experience with at least one programming language. 5+ years of leadership experience in design or architecture of systems. Demonstrated experience in mentoring or leading engineering teams. Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field. Preferred Qualifications 7+ years of experience in the full software development lifecycle. 3+ years of experience with AWS services, particularly CloudWatch and Kinesis. 3+ years experience in building and operating distributed systems. Experience in telemetry, observability, and monitoring for cloud services. At AWS, we promote an inclusive culture that empowers all team members. We believe in work-life balance and provide ongoing mentorship and career advancement resources. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please reach out for assistance. The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261,500/year in our highest geographic market, with additional compensation potential through equity and sign-on payments. Application for this role can be done through our career site. This position will remain open until filled.