Software Development Engineer II — Cloud Gaming Infrastructure

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Luna is building a cloud gaming streaming service. We are seeking a Software Development Engineer to own end-to-end software development for Luna’s core streaming infrastructure, enabling scalable services that power streaming on a variety of devices.

The role emphasizes rapid prototyping, production-grade code, and collaboration with product managers, engineers, and QA to align technical and business goals. Mentorship and deep dives into system internals are expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional software development experience
• 2+ years of experience in design or architecture of new/existing systems
• Experience programming with at least one language

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end software development: design, implement, test, and operate scalable services powering Luna’s streaming infrastructure.
• Drive rapid innovation: develop quick proof-of-concepts, iterate on prototypes, and ship production-grade code balancing cost, schedule, and performance.
• Collaborate across disciplines: work with product managers, engineers, and QA to deliver consumer-facing features meeting technical and business goals.
• Mentor and lead: serve as a technical leader, guiding design decisions, code reviews, and best-practice adoption across the team.
• Operate at all levels: dive into low-level details of Windows/Linux, Wine, Proton and related stack components, while providing strategic input for product direction.

Skills

Software development

System design

Programming languages

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or equivalent

Job description

Amazon Luna is building a cloud gaming streaming service. We are seeking a Software Development Engineer to own end-to-end software development for Luna’s core streaming infrastructure, enabling scalable services that power streaming on a variety of devices.

The role emphasizes rapid prototyping, production-grade code, and collaboration with product managers, engineers, and QA to align technical and business goals. Mentorship and deep dives into system internals are expected.