Software Developer Engineer II, ACTI

DescriptionThe Amazon Security Threat Intelligence (ACTI) organization is responsible for investigating and understanding threat actors that are targeting Amazons businesses. As a Software Engineer you will be a member of the ACTI Engineering Team. Responsibilities will include supporting the operation of our threat intelligence program, through automation and by building modern pipelines for large security data sets.This role will work to understand how ACTI conducts Threat Intelligence investigations, the underlying Amazon internal and external data sets, and malicious artifact storage and analysis in order to develop and automate more efficient and resilient solutions.In this role, you will be supporting engineering platforms that include open-source, vendor licensed and native AWS components. These platforms support security missions across Amazon and its customers to better understand threats facing the company. Additionally, working with internal intelligence analysts and external customers to better understand their daily workflows and needs will be required. Youll be a critical part of an organization focused on building and influencing the security culture within Amazon, with the ultimate goal of ensuring the continued safety and security of our customers.Key job responsibilities* Using Python to automate tasks and manipulate data* Collaborate on developing, implementing, and maintaining our threat intelligence platform* Collaborate on developing, implementing, and maintaining our tooling as it pertains to malware, malware analysis, and malware handling systems* Ability to write automation to aid threat intel platform and data pipelines* Demonstrate practical knowledge managing threat data in support of our missions* Experience with Vertex Synapse and storm query languageKey job responsibilities* Using Python or similar scripting languages to automate tasks and manipulate data* Collaborate on developing, implementing, and maintaining our threat intelligence platform* Collaborate on developing, implementing, and maintaining our tooling as it pertains to malware, malware analysis, and malware handling systems* Ability to write automation to aid threat intel platform and data pipelines* Demonstrate practical knowledge managing threat data in support of our missions* Collect data from intelligence communities, threat intelligence platforms, open source data repositories, and other sources* Experience with Vertex Synapse and storm query languageA day in the lifeThreat Intelligence (TI) protects Amazon and its subsidiaries by proactively analyzing new security threats, identifying malicious actors, and researching the evolving threat landscape. We partner with teams throughout Amazon to facilitate information sharing and increase security resilience through cross-functional collaboration. We share actionable cyber threat information and focus on continually developing collaboration and partnerships with security & intelligence teams throughout Amazon and the security industry. TI drives and enhances our ability to emulate threat actors, respond to security incidents, and to stay one step ahead of our adversaries.About the teamAbout AmSec:Diverse ExperiencesAmazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasnt followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, dont let it stop you from applying.Why Amazon SecurityAt Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazons products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, theres nothing we cant achieve.Inclusive Team CultureIn Amazon Security, its in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.Training and Career growthWere continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Basic Qualifications- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience- 3+ 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 languagePreferred Qualifications- Experience developing web-based applications and/or web services-based applications- Minimum 5 years of experience using Python, and either TypeScript with AWS CDK, or infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation, to automate tasks and manipulate data.- Minimum of 1 year experience using Git- Minimum of 2 year experience developing for Linux OS (or developing on macOS)- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering teamAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $129,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $223,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.