Amazon is seeking a highly motivated Software Development Engineer (SDE) to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to solve complex technical problems and build innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment alongside smart, passionate software developers. As a key member of Amazon’s transportation systems team, you will play a pivotal role in the development of software systems that are critical to Amazon's vast and global delivery network. These systems impact millions of customers worldwide, driving business decisions and ensuring rapid, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of packages.
Key Responsibilities
- Software Development. Design, develop, and maintain software systems that handle millions of requests per second, manage business rules, and improve customer experience.
- Architecture Ownership. Own the architecture and end-to-end delivery of software components, working closely with development teams.
- Problem Solving & Innovation. Solve deep technical challenges while innovating solutions that drive Amazon’s transportation network and global logistics.
- System Scaling. Work on systems that manage Amazon's complex transportation network, support rapid expansion into new geographies, and improve the selection and delivery of products.
- Collaboration. Work cross-functionally with other teams, including product management, to align on project goals and technical requirements.
Basic Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional software development experience (non-internship).
- 2+ years of experience in the design or architecture of new and existing systems, focusing on design patterns, reliability, and scaling.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language and a solid understanding of coding best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of full software development life cycle experience, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent industry experience.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong experience with scalable systems, including handling high throughput and low-latency performance.
- Ability to work with complex distributed systems and integrate them into Amazon's transportation network.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with a passion for innovating solutions to tackle challenges that affect millions of customers.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate and present technical solutions to stakeholders.
Why Amazon?
- Innovation at Scale. Join a company that builds systems used by millions of people worldwide, solving some of the most complex technical problems in the industry.
- Collaborative Culture. Work with some of the brightest minds in the industry in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Customer-Centric. Play a direct role in improving the customer experience through cutting-edge software and solutions.
Our Culture. At Amazon, we embrace an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are encouraged. We empower our employees to deliver the best results for customers. If you require workplace accommodations or adjustments during the application and hiring process, Amazon provides support for all candidates with disabilities.
About Amazon. Amazon’s mission is to be Earth’s most customer-centric company, where people can find and discover anything they want to buy online. We are continuously innovating and building new, efficient solutions to improve the experience for customers worldwide. Join us to be part of an organization that strives to drive operational excellence and maintain an industry-leading transportation network.
How to Apply. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly via the Amazon career page for Software Development Engineer (SDE) positions. Be ready to share your experience and technical expertise that will contribute to shaping the future of Amazon's transportation systems.
This opportunity offers the chance to work on impactful software solutions that play a crucial role in scaling Amazon's logistics and delivery network.