Software Development Engineer – Amazon Leo (US)

September 5, 2026

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Description Do 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. We will take your location preferences into consideration. Preferences are based on business availability and are not guaranteed. Applicants will be considered at all locations in the United States including but not limited to: <ul><li> WA (Redmond)</li><li> CA (Northridge, San Diego) </li></ul>Export Control Requirement Due 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 responsibilities <ul><li> Collaborate 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.</li><li> Design and develop scalable solutions using cloud-native architectures and microservices in a large distributed computing environment.</li><li> Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation.</li><li> Build and maintain resilient distributed systems that are scalable, fault-tolerant, and cost-effective.</li><li> Leverage and contribute to the development of GenAI and AI-powered tools to enhance development productivity while staying current with emerging technologies.</li><li> Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and design patterns.</li><li> Work in an agile environment practicing CI/CD principles while participating in operational responsibilities including on-call duties.</li><li> Demonstrate operational excellence through monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues. </li></ul>A day in the life Basic Qualifications <ul><li> Experience with data structure implementation, basic algorithm development, and/or object-oriented design principles</li><li> Must be 18 years of age or older</li><li> Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related STEM fields</li><li> Demonstrated experience with at least one general-purpose programming language such as Java, Python, C++, C#, Go, Rust, or TypeScript </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li> Previous technical internship(s) or demonstrated project experience</li><li> Experience 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 systems</li><li> Strong problem-solving and analytical skills</li><li> Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li> Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly</li><li> Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) </li></ul>Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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. The starting pay for this position is listed below. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at CA, USA - 129,000.00 USD Annually Northridge, CA, USA - 129,000.00 USD Annually REDMOND, WA, USA - 129,000.00 USD Annually Redmond, WA, USA - 129,000.00 USD Annually SAN DIEGO, CA, USA - 129,000.00 USD Annually SUNNYVALE, CA, USA - 148,400.00 USD Annually San Diego, CA, USA - 129,000.00 USD Annually Sunnyvale, CA, USA - 148,400.00 USD Annually Company - Amazon.com Services LLC Job ID: A3144341

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