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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 Engineer for Shipment Optimization to revolutionize its transportation network. You'll work on building intelligent, automated systems that optimize package delivery using AWS and Java. This role requires experience in microservices and Big Data analytics.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on building highly scalable, cloud-based distributed services — your experience includes tackling complex problems in real-time systems and optimizing data storage solutions. You possess deep expertise in Service Oriented Architecture and microservices, which allows you to design systems that meet millisecond latency requirements. Your familiarity with both relational and non-relational databases enables you to choose the right tools for the job, ensuring efficient data management and retrieval.
You are experienced in implementing AI-driven automation solutions — your work has involved developing intelligent systems that enhance operational efficiency and improve user experiences. You have a proven track record of building self-healing infrastructure and automated troubleshooting capabilities, which are essential for maintaining high availability in complex logistics networks. Your analytical skills allow you to conduct sophisticated impact analysis, helping to identify root causes across vast amounts of operational data.
You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to drive innovation — your ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders is a key asset. You are passionate about leveraging technology to improve processes and deliver exceptional results for customers.
Desirable
Experience with cloud platforms beyond AWS, such as Azure or GCP, would be a plus. Familiarity with container orchestration tools like Kubernetes can enhance your contributions to the team. A background in logistics or transportation systems can provide valuable context for your work in optimizing package delivery.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be at the forefront of revolutionizing Amazon's transportation network — your primary responsibility will be to design and implement intelligent, automated systems that optimize package delivery across a complex logistics network. You will tackle challenges related to building scalable distributed systems that can handle real-time data processing and analytics.
You will work closely with other engineers and product managers to develop solutions that enhance the online shopping experience for millions of customers worldwide — your contributions will set new standards in the industry. You will be involved in pioneering next-generation automation systems, focusing on automated code generation and network configuration, which will streamline operations and reduce manual intervention.
Your role will also include building hands-free troubleshooting tools that quickly identify issues in the infrastructure — you will leverage your expertise in Big Data analytics to analyze operational data and provide insights that drive continuous improvement. You will collaborate with teams across Amazon to ensure that the systems you build are robust, efficient, and scalable.
What we offer
Amazon offers a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged — you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact on the company's logistics operations. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development. You will be part of a diverse team that values collaboration and creativity, and you will have access to resources that support your growth and career advancement.
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