About this role
Alameda is the next generation control plane as a service operating more than 14 AWS Services . Just like EC2, EBS, and RDS modernized compute, storage and databases, Alameda provides a modernize AWS scaled and secured building blocks (API, Workflows, Telemetry...) that lets developers focus on writing core business value. Alameda removes the undifferentiated lift of writing services, while simultaneously providing secure by default, AWS scaled runtime services. We are looking for a leader who is passionate about developing the flagship building blocks that will be used develop the next generation of AWS services. In this role, you will lead a team of engineers owning the entire product and engineer lifecycle from conception to delivery advancing the foundational systems used to run and operate AWS services. As a Software Development Manager in Alameda, you will work as part of the larger engineering team and customers to drive broad adoption and change. This role involves creating and leading a long term strategic roadmap, collaborating with AWS Services on roadmap priorities, growing and leading a team of talented engineers, and leaving your personal mark on the future of development in AWS. Key job responsibilities Key job responsibilities - Lead and develop a team of software development engineers tasked with building or solving complex software problems - Work successfully with customers, leaders, and other engineering teams - Shape technical strategy by demonstrating breadth and depth of knowledge in software development disciplines - Guide teams in software engineering practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations - Make architectural decisions and understand systems design at scale - Solve problems at their root, stepping back to understand broader context About the team AWS 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, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship & Career Growth We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.