Principal Software Development Engineer - AMZ13289.8
Company websiteaws.org (AWS, opens in new tab)
Base salary $212,202 to $270,600
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Seattle, WA
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- LocationSeattle, WA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (58 min ago) · observed since
About this job
Employer: Amazon Web Services, Inc.
Position: Principal Software Development Engineer (multiple positions available) AMZ13289.8
Location: Seattle, WA
Multiple Positions Available:
Independently lead software delivery across an organization as an individual contributor. Deliver architectures consisting of multiple software systems spanning the full software lifecycle including design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance strategy. Drive clarity and review the work of other Engineers to ensure a cohesive delivery. Serve as a technical leader on our most demanding, cross-functional projects. Functionally decompose complex problems into simple, straight-forward solutions. Fully and completely understand system inter-dependencies and limitations. Possess expert knowledge in performance, scalability, enterprise system architecture, and engineering best practices. Assist in the career development of others, actively mentoring individuals and the community on advanced technical issues and helping managers guide the career growth of their team members. Exert technical influence over multiple teams, increasing their productivity and effectiveness by sharing your deep knowledge and experience. You are a visionary leader, builder and an operator. Balance technical leadership and savvy with strong business judgment to make the right decisions about technology choices. Domestic travel up to 10% to perform role responsibilities may be required.
Basic Qualifications
Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field and [6] years of experience in the job offered, or as a Software Engineer, Software Developer, or a related occupation. Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field and [8] years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation as equivalent to the Master's degree and one year of experience. Must have [1] year of experience in the following skill(s): providing technical leadership and project management for all aspects of the software development lifecycle; and designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered, distributed software applications, tools, systems or services using Object Oriented Design, distributed programming, and: C#, C++, or Java.
Domestic travel up to 10% to perform role responsibilities may be required.
The pay range for this position in Seattle, WA is $212,202/year to $270,600/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience A sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided by Seattle, WA Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via Amazon's internal or external careers site.
Preferred Qualifications
All applicants must meet all the above-listed requirements.
Amazon 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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Pay in context
This role's base floor ($212,202) is above 94% of the 1,403 Software Engineering roles in Washington listed on this site. Their median floor is $143,700; the middle half runs from $143,700 to $168,100.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingPrincipal Software Development Engineer - AMZ13289.8$212,202 to $270,600
Principal Solutions Architect - High-Tech, Electronics & Semiconductor, Hi-Tech Electronics and Semiconductor$210,200 to $284,300
Principal Technical Account Manager, ES - NAMER - US-Frontier AI$210,200 to $284,300
Principal ProServe Cloud Architect, AWS Strategic Accounts$210,200 to $284,300
Principal Technical Product Manager - Amazon Quick, AWS Agentic AI$206,900 to $279,900
Senior Sales Manager, Strategic Accounts, Strategic Accounts$205,700 to $278,200
Head of Enterprise Sales, Financial Services$205,700 to $278,200
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Principal Software Development Engineer - AMZ13289.8 (this listing) | $212,202 - $270,600 |
| Principal Solutions Architect - High-Tech, Electronics & Semiconductor, Hi-Tech Electronics and Semiconductor | $210,200 - $284,300 |
| Principal Technical Account Manager, ES - NAMER - US-Frontier AI | $210,200 - $284,300 |
| Principal ProServe Cloud Architect, AWS Strategic Accounts | $210,200 - $284,300 |
| Principal Technical Product Manager - Amazon Quick, AWS Agentic AI | $206,900 - $279,900 |
| Senior Sales Manager, Strategic Accounts, Strategic Accounts | $205,700 - $278,200 |
| Head of Enterprise Sales, Financial Services | $205,700 - $278,200 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-06-11
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: US, WA, Seattle
The pay range for this position in Seattle, WA is $212,202/year to $270,600/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-relate
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