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Software Development Manager, Amazon Security

San Diego, CA · On-site

$131K - $173K/yr

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San Diego, CA USA Our team is looking for an experienced Software Development Manager (SDM) to lead a software development team in Amazon Security who will raise the security bar by delivering ...

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How much do amazon software development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for amazon software development in California is $140,241.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,900.00 and $160,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Amazon software developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Amazon Software Developer, you need strong programming skills (such as Java, C++, or Python), a solid understanding of computer science fundamentals, and typically a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with AWS services, version control systems like Git, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools is highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a collaborative mindset help individuals excel in team-driven, agile environments. These skills and qualities are essential for building scalable, reliable solutions and driving innovation in Amazon's fast-paced, customer-focused setting.

How does an Amazon software development engineer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

At Amazon, Software Development Engineers (SDEs) regularly work with cross-functional teams, including product managers, UX designers, and quality assurance engineers. Collaboration often happens through daily stand-ups, sprint planning meetings, and code reviews, ensuring everyone stays aligned on project goals and timelines. SDEs are encouraged to share technical insights and feedback, which helps drive innovation and efficient problem-solving. This collaborative environment fosters both personal growth and the development of high-quality, scalable products.

What does an Amazon software development engineer do?

An Amazon Software Development Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications and systems that support Amazon's wide range of products and services. They work in teams to solve complex technical problems, improve system performance, and create scalable solutions. Their work often involves collaborating with other engineers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software that meets customer needs.

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Infographic showing various Amazon Software Development job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,241 per year, or $67.4 per hour.

Software Development Engineer

Delan Associates, Inc.

Irvine, CA • On-site, Remote

Contractor

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Software Development Engineer
Hybrid - 3 days a week
Worksite Location: 17300 Laguna Canyon Road, Irvine, California, 92603, United States
6 months + extensions
Local candidates preferred but relocate candidates are also fine
MUST be Ex-Amazon
ANY VISA ON W2
Top Skills - Must Haves
Java / Python
Need Ex-Amazon
Software development
Aws
APIs
ReactJS
Top Skills' Details
1. Full Stack: 8+ years experience designing and building with Java, Kotlin, Python, or similar back-end language AND 3+ years React or similar FE language
2. Prior experience at Amazon including experience with Amazon Builder Tools for coding, API Design, building event-driven systems, orchestration, etc.
3. AWS development experience with AWS CDK, Lambda, SNS, SQS, DynamoDB, RDS, Redshift, S3, Opensearch, etc.
Job Description
We are looking for an L5 Software Development Engineer who has experience working with Amazon Builder Tools in the Amazon ecosystem. This person will be joining a TGS project team focused on new platform and feature enhancements to an existing system that supports billions of items of inventory and thouands of vendors. This engineer will be building new code at the Amazon quality bar and will also help with AI integration, DevOps, Testing, and other standard responsibilities for an Amazon SDE. This will be a full stack project with many standard AWS development services (CDK, SQS, Lambda, DynamoDB, and CloudWatch). This person will have experience designing and writing clean, maintainable code and testing and debugging code as needed.
Technical Skills
Former Amazon FTE (or 12+ month contractor at Amazon) Required
*Candidate must have experience with Amazon Builder Tools
Required qualifications
* 10+ years of experience as an SDE, with at least 1+ year of experience using Amazon Builder Tools at Amazon or AWS.
* Experience with designing and building complex software applications and features at Amazon's quality bar.
* Experience developing with AWS CDK.
* Familiarity with the full life cycle of software development, from design and implementation to testing and deployment.
* Experience with AWS services specifically Lambda and Step Functions (SQS, CDK, Lambda, DynamoDB, and CloudWatch also nice to have)
* Proficiency in Node, React, and/or Typescript

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