Software Development Manager, AWS Networks

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we''re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and we''re looking for talented people who want to help.You''ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You''ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you''ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.In this role you are leading a software team responsible for the safety of deploying change to the entire AWS Network.You are joining a high performing team interacting closely with three other software teams based in Sydney. We are part of a software group with teams in Dublin, Seattle, San Jose and Sydney and collaborate regularly across geography, including quarterly travel.Your customers are AWS Network Development Engineers, located globally, with many base in Sydney. Having internal customers in the same building, gives you access to key insights to make your services successful.Key job responsibilitiesLead an established high performing team to deliver critical safety services for AWS network deployments.Lead your team to design and deliver enhancements to services that model the impact of changes on network health, with high accuracy and precision, with the goal to enable faster and safer change.Our investment plan for 2026 underpins AWS''s commitment to security requirements in applying OS updates to network devices, as well as supporting new network designs such as those for ML.A day in the lifeManage sprint planning for your in-flight projects.Prepare a project report for Director level review.Review a high level solution design and coordinate its review with key stakeholders.Lead a review of operational metrics to ensure continued improvement in the security, availability and effectiveness of services you own.About The TeamAbout AWSDiverse ExperiencesAmazon 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 AWSAmazon 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.Work/Life BalanceWe 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.Inclusive Team CultureAWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.Mentorship and Career GrowthWe''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.Basic Qualifications3+ years of engineering team management experience7+ years of engineering experience8+ years of leading the definition and development of multi tier web services experienceKnowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operationsPreferred QualificationsExperience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategyExperience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring/coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineersExperience partnering with product or program management teamsAcknowledgement Of CountryIn the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.IDE StatementAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you''re applying in isn''t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Company - Amazon Support Services Pty LtdJob ID: A3184516

Created: 2026-02-19