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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 Software Development Engineer to contribute to the Kindle team, focusing on building high-quality software for millions of readers. You'll work with Java, React, and C++ to enhance the reading experience. This position requires a strong technical background and experience in software development.
Job Description
Who you are
You are an inventive and technically skilled Software Development Engineer with a passion for building high-quality software that impacts millions of customers. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy understanding customer needs to design and implement innovative solutions. Your experience includes working with Java, React, and C++, and you have a strong foundation in full-stack development. You are eager to learn and seek challenges that allow you to make a significant impact on global customers.
You have a solid understanding of software architecture and are capable of improving existing systems while developing new concepts and methodologies. You are comfortable planning, organizing, and conducting software development projects in a dynamic environment, ensuring that your contributions lead to the best results for customers. Your technical knowledge is complemented by your ability to work effectively within diverse teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
What you'll do
As a Software Development Engineer at Amazon, you will be responsible for the definition, development, integration, testing, documentation, and support of software solutions for Kindle Readers and Applications. You will engage your engineering capabilities to design and build new features that enhance the reading experience across various devices, genres, and formats. Your role will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that the software you develop meets the high standards expected by Amazon customers.
You will contribute to the architecture of software solutions, addressing current limitations and compatibilities between subsystems. Your responsibilities will include building major routines and utilities, as well as designing and implementing new features that are highly performant. You will also be involved in the testing and documentation processes, ensuring that all aspects of the software development lifecycle are covered. Your work will directly impact the user experience for millions of readers around the world, making your contributions vital to the success of the Kindle team.
What we offer
At Amazon, you will be part of a diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence. We offer a collaborative work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that shapes the future of reading. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe in fostering a culture of growth and learning. Join us in delighting millions of readers and making a meaningful impact in the world of digital reading.
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