Software Development Engineer, Event Outfitters Engineering

Amazon is hiring a Software Development Engineer for the Event Outfitters Engineering team in Austin, Travis County, US. This role focuses on building scalable, secure AWS services that power hands‑on workshops, Immersion Days, and Game Days worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain a high‑performance service that orchestrates one of the largest fleets of workshop environments.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other engineers to deliver new features for private and public events.
• Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring to ensure reliability and security.
• Optimize infrastructure for cost efficiency and global scalability.
• Participate in code reviews, knowledge sharing, and mentorship within the team.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Python, or Go.
• Experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, CloudFormation, S3) and cloud‑native architecture.
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure‑as‑code.
• Solid understanding of security best practices and automated testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building large‑scale event or workshop platforms.
• Familiarity with event‑driven architectures and microservices.
• Exposure to DevOps tools such as Terraform, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $119,258.05 per year. Amazon offers comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) matching, stock options, and generous paid time off.

How to Apply

Submit your resume through Amazon’s careers portal. Include a brief cover letter highlighting your experience with large‑scale AWS services and event‑driven systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Event Outfitters Engineering team do?

The team builds and operates the backend services that power AWS hands‑on workshops, Immersion Days, and Game Days for customers and partners worldwide.

What technical skills are required for this role?

Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or Go, deep knowledge of AWS services, containerization, and experience with CI/CD and automated testing.

What benefits does Amazon offer in Austin?

Amazon provides health insurance, 401(k) matching, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.