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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 hiring a Senior Software Development Engineer for their Finance Technology team to build scalable financial systems. You'll work with AWS and programming languages like Java and Python. This position requires experience in developing complex systems.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software development, particularly in building scalable financial systems. Your expertise in programming languages such as Java, C#, and Python allows you to tackle complex challenges effectively. You thrive in environments where you can leverage AWS cloud services to drive innovation and enhance customer experiences.
You possess strong problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of data structures and algorithms, which enables you to design flexible and scalable solutions. Your experience with distributed systems has equipped you with the ability to manage and optimize large-scale computing challenges. You are results-oriented and enjoy working in fast-paced settings where you can influence technology direction.
Desirable
Experience with big data technologies and a passion for ensuring a positive customer experience are highly valued. Familiarity with financial transactions and the complexities involved in real-time business contexts will set you apart.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Development Engineer at Amazon, you will design and develop services that facilitate global financial transactions worth billions annually. You will own your systems end-to-end, ensuring they are robust and scalable. Collaborating with a small development team, you will tackle some of the most complex challenges in large-scale computing.
You will be responsible for implementing and testing highly scalable solutions, contributing to the overall architecture of the financial systems. Your role will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that the systems you develop meet the needs of hundreds of millions of customers worldwide.
What we offer
Joining Amazon means being part of a team that values innovation and customer satisfaction. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to projects that have a significant impact on the company's growth. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
You will benefit from a collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth and development. Amazon offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and career advancement.
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