Amazon

C++ Software Engineer, Amazon Music, App Foundry

Amazon$165K — $223K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years professional software development experience
  • Strong knowledge of computer science fundamentals (OOP, data structures, algorithms)
  • Experience with C++ for audio or video applications
  • Proven ability in problem-solving and complexity analysis
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

  • Implement new audio capabilities and enhance C++ Playback engine for various devices
  • Develop custom audio integrations for automotive and TV ecosystems
  • Gain experience in mobile and embedded device development
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to influence the Music team
  • Architect and implement robust, scalable code
  • Provide technical leadership and operational support for customer experiences

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy costs
  • Mental health support and EAP services
Full Job Description
We're looking for a Software Engineer with C++ experience building Linux audio/video players, passionate about creating the best music experience for millions of customers worldwide. You bring strong problem-solving skills, ownership, and a track record of delivering results. You're experienced in system design, operational root cause analysis, and navigating ambiguity.

Love music? Want to build consumer-facing products that touch the lives of millions of people? Combine your passions and come reinvent music listening with us! We're working hard, having fun, and making history here at Amazon Music.

Key job responsibilities

- Implement new audio capabilities and improve the C++ Playback engine that powers HD audio in the Amazon Music Mobile, Tablet, and TV clients.

- Work to develop custom audio integrations in auto and TV to expand Music across ecosystems and drive the business forward.

- Grow your experience developing on mobile and other embedded devices.

- In this role you can have a big impact across Music collaborating cross functionally with other teams.

- You will architect and implement robust, scalable code using patterns and engineering best practices.

- You will provide technical leadership and help with operational support to drive exceptional customer experiences and team success.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience

- 3+ years of computer science fundamentals (object-oriented design, data structures, algorithm design, problem solving and complexity analysis) experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience with audio or video players in C++

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, San Francisco - 165,200.00 - 223,600.00 USD annually

USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 165,200.00 - 223,600.00 USD annually

About Amazon

Audible is a provider of spoken audio information and entertainment , on the Internet. They provide premium spoken audio content, such as audio versions of books and newspapers and radio programs, that is delivered over the Internet and played back on personal computers and hand-held electronic devices. The Audible service allows consumers to purchase and download their content from their Website, store it in digital files and play it back on personal computers and electronic devices. More than 15,000 hours of audio content are available on their Web site, including audio versions of books, periodicals and radio programs. Several manufacturers have agreed to support and promote the playback of their content on their hand-held audio-enabled electronic devices.

Amazon Careers

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