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Key Highlights
- Headquartered in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
- Over 1.5 million employees worldwide
- Leading cloud services through Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Acquired Whole Foods, Twitch, and Ring
Amazon, headquartered in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA, is the world's largest online retailer and a leader in cloud computing through Amazon Web Services (AWS). With over 1.5 million employees globally, Amazon operates in various sectors, including AI with its Alexa devices and a vast marketplace k...
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Overview
Amazon is hiring a Senior Software Development Engineer to drive innovation in Digital Acceleration. You'll work on building automation tools and frameworks using Java and AWS. This position requires strong problem-solving skills and experience with distributed systems.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software development, particularly in building robust automation tools and frameworks. Your expertise in Java and AWS allows you to tackle complex problems with innovative solutions, ensuring high availability and reliability in the systems you develop.
You possess a solid understanding of object-oriented design principles and test practices, which enables you to significantly improve product and build quality. Your experience with distributed systems equips you to manage the complexities of digital purchases across Amazon's various services, including Prime and Kindle Unlimited.
You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with other senior and principal engineers to architect and design mission-critical systems. Your ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams ensures that you can drive projects forward while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction.
Desirable
Experience with Gen AI solutions is a plus, as it aligns with Amazon's focus on innovation in digital businesses. Familiarity with API design and exposure to high-availability services will further enhance your contributions to the team.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Development Engineer at Amazon, you will be responsible for architecting, designing, and building improvements to mission-critical systems that power customer digital purchases. You will collaborate with a team of engineers to develop self-serviceable and configurable tools that enhance the efficiency of Amazon's digital businesses.
Your role will involve identifying and solving complex problems, ensuring that the solutions you implement are scalable and secure. You will also be tasked with exposing API defects in production-level code, contributing to the overall quality and reliability of the services.
You will participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team. Your contributions will directly impact the speed and efficiency with which Amazon can innovate and deliver value to its customers.
What we offer
Amazon provides a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged and supported. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to projects that have a significant impact on millions of customers worldwide. The company values diversity and inclusion, and we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement.
In addition to competitive compensation, Amazon offers a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth. You will have access to resources that help you develop your skills and advance your career within the organization.
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