Software Development Engineer IV

ApplyMint; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18-month contract

Onsite in Dallas

Job summary

Amazon in Dallas, TX is seeking a Software Development Engineer IV (SDE3) to help build and automate internal tools for scalable AWS-based systems. This onsite role demands hands-on engineers who own end-to-end deployments and contribute to new software projects, with a focus on production-quality backend solutions.

You will work with Python or Java, AWS CloudFormation, and CDK to deploy infrastructure, participate in biweekly sprints with cross-site teams, and guide deployment pipelines in a

Qualifications

• 4–5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience in backend or cloud-focused roles.
• Advanced proficiency in Python or Java for backend development.
• Real-world experience with AWS services and infrastructure deployment.
• Strong portfolio of building and managing CloudFormation stacks (CDK preferred).
• Proficient with SQL for data handling and integration.
• Onsite work authorization in the US and prior Amazon experience (Ex-Amazon).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy production-quality backend and cloud solutions using Python or Java
• Lead the automation, provisioning, and management of AWS infrastructure utilizing CloudFormation (preferably CDK)
• Participate in biweekly sprints, collaborating with cross-site teams in Dallas and Seattle
• Troubleshoot, debug, and deep-dive into complex systems and infrastructure issues
• Own deployment pipelines and ensure robust, reliable delivery of new features
• Contribute technical expertise to system design interviews and feature planning
• Implement internal tools that streamline operations and enable rapid scaling

Skills

Backend development

Python

Java

AWS

CloudFormation/CDK

SQL

Onsite Dallas

Ex-Amazon experience

US work eligibility

Tools

CloudFormation

AWS CDK

Python

Java

Job description

Software Development Engineer IV (SDE3) – AWS & Cloud Infrastructure – Dallas, TX (Onsite Only)

About the Role

Join a high-impact engineering team at Amazon (Ex-Amazon professionals only) as a Software Development Engineer IV, focusing on building and automating internal tools for scalable AWS-based systems. This is a senior-level, 100% onsite position in Dallas, TX, designed for hands‑on engineers who thrive in high-accountability, production-driven environments. You’ll own end‑to‑end deployments, architect solutions using AWS CloudFormation (CDK preferred), and contribute to net‑new software projects—no legacy support, only innovation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy production-quality backend and cloud solutions using Python or Java
• Lead the automation, provisioning, and management of AWS infrastructure utilizing CloudFormation (preferably CDK)
• Participate in biweekly sprints, collaborating with cross‑site teams in Dallas and Seattle
• Troubleshoot, debug, and deep‑dive into complex systems and infrastructure issues
• Own deployment pipelines and ensure robust, reliable delivery of new features
• Contribute technical expertise to system design interviews and feature planning
• Implement internal tools that streamline operations and enable rapid scaling

Required Skills and Experience

• 4–5+ years of hands‑on software engineering experience in backend or cloud-focused roles
• Advanced proficiency in Python or Java for backend development
• Demonstrable, real‑world experience with AWS services and infrastructure deployment
• Strong portfolio of building and managing CloudFormation stacks (CDK preferred)
• Proficient with SQL for data handling and integration
• Experience delivering results in high‑ownership environments with structured, onsite teams
• Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship
• Prior experience at Amazon (Ex‑Amazon required)

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to data engineering or AI tool implementation
• Deep familiarity with Amazon internal tools and environments
• Experience in fast‑paced, platform‑focused engineering teams

Benefits

• High‑visibility role in a mission-critical team
• 18‑month contract with potential for long‑term engagement
• Monday–Friday, standard business hours with no overtime or weekend expectations
• Work alongside top‑tier engineering talent in a collaborative, growth‑driven environment