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- 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
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Overview
Amazon is seeking a Software Development Manager for their External Payments team to lead the development of core payment capabilities. You'll collaborate with AWS and drive architectural improvements using your extensive engineering experience. This role requires 7+ years of engineering experience and 3+ years in team management.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 7+ years of engineering experience, with a strong background in building scalable systems and leading teams. Your experience includes 3+ years of managing engineering teams, where you've successfully guided projects from conception to deployment. You are adept at setting technical visions and influencing technology roadmaps, ensuring that your team delivers high-quality software solutions.
Your expertise in payment systems and e-commerce platforms makes you a valuable asset in developing intelligent agents that facilitate seamless transactions. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals. You understand the complexities of multi-tier web applications and have a proven track record of driving continuous architectural and performance improvements.
You are passionate about using technology to solve complex business problems and are excited about the opportunity to shape the future of payments beyond Amazon.com. You possess strong communication skills, allowing you to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively.
Desirable
Experience with cloud technologies, particularly AWS, is highly desirable. Familiarity with payment processing systems and a deep understanding of user experience in e-commerce will set you apart. You are also encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
What you'll do
As a Software Development Manager at Amazon, you will own the development of foundational capabilities for Agentic Payments. You will collaborate closely with AWS to design and deliver payment primitives that enhance the AWS agent core. Your role will involve setting the technical vision for your team and influencing the broader technology roadmap to ensure alignment with business objectives.
You will drive continuous architectural and performance improvements, ensuring that the systems you develop are scalable and efficient. Your leadership will guide your team in building software across the entire stack, from customer-facing interfaces to backend systems that handle millions of transactions worldwide.
You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your team members, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. You will also engage in strategic planning, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement within the Amazon External Payments ecosystem. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the user experience, enabling customers to manage their payment preferences and transaction history seamlessly.
What we offer
At Amazon, we offer a dynamic work environment where you can make a meaningful impact. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and be part of one of Amazon's fastest-growing businesses. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in shaping the future of payments and delivering exceptional experiences for our customers.
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