Software Development Engineer, AWS Network Services Client

Company: Amazon
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 5, 2026

Job Description:

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. Do you want to work hard, have fun, and make history? Do you think fast, dive deep, and get things done? We’re looking for someone to join the Network Services Client team. The Network Services Client Team is part of the Network Services organization within AWS. We build and maintain desktop client applications for multiple AWS services namely AWS Client VPN and AWS Verified Access. Our clients run on Windows, macOS, and Linux, serving thousands of enterprises globally. We're responsible for the full lifecycle of client applications - from development and testing to release automation and customer support. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with cross-platform desktop application frameworks (.NET, Electron) • Knowledge of networking protocols (VPN, TLS, DNS, routing) • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and release automation • Familiarity with AWS services (CodeBuild, S3, EC2) • Experience with security and identity protocols (SAML, OAuth, OIDC) • Background in operational excellence and building diagnostic/monitoring tools • Experience with AI/ML integration for operational tooling Key job responsibilities * Design, develop, and maintain cross-platform desktop applications (Windows, macOS, Linux) for AWS Client VPN and AWS Verified Access. You'll own the full design lifecycle - from gathering customer requirements and creating technical specifications to implementing features. You'll make architectural decisions that balance cross-platform consistency with platform-specific optimizations, and establish design patterns that scale across our growing product portfolio. * You will collaborate closely with a team of engineers to influence our overall strategy and define the team’s roadmap. * Build and improve release automation pipelines, reducing manual deployment steps and enabling faster, safer releases across multiple platforms. * Collaborate with service teams to integrate client applications with AWS backend services * Drive operational excellence initiatives including automated testing, observability improvements, and AI-powered tooling. Mentor junior engineers on best practices and system design. A day in the life This is a unique and rare opportunity to help shape the technology, product and business. You will have a chance to utilize your technical experience to make an impact for AWS customers. About the team AWS ClientVPN Client - https://aws.amazon.com/vpn/client-vpn-download/ AWS Connectivity Client to Support AWS Verified Access - https://aws.amazon.com/verified-access/connectivity-client-download/ - 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 - 3 years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience - Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, WA, Seattle - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

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