Amazon

Content Developer, AWS Sales Planning and Compensation

Amazon$88K — $154K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of content creation or similar experience
  • 5+ years as a content developer, learning experience designer, or content strategist
  • Experience with web publishing and content creation management systems (HTML, wiki markup)
  • Self-directed and effective working independently and in teams
  • Ability to engage with various business groups for content scoping and development

Responsibilities

  • Plan, write, edit, and manage diverse content types including guides, presentations, and e-learning courses
  • Distill complex technical and business information into user-friendly communications
  • Create tailored content for sellers, management, and technical documentation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and author content
  • Develop cohesive enablement strategies for successful launches
  • Oversee content development for new initiatives, ensuring clarity and compliance
  • Monitor content effectiveness and optimize based on performance metrics

Benefits

  • Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Mental Health Support and EAP services
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
The Sales Planning and Compensation (SPC) team designs integrated planning processes and sales compensation programs to activate AWS' GTM strategy. SPC manages annual planning, in-year adjustments, and sales compensation design to align seller incentives with AWS' strategic priorities.

We are seeking an experienced Content Developer with a proven track record of designing and delivering compelling content for diverse audiences including sellers, sales managers, sales operations teams, and sales leadership. This role will be responsible for creating high-impact enablement materials that span both sales compensation and sales planning topics, helping sellers understand their compensation plans while ensuring sales operations and management teams have clear documentation about planning cycles, processes, and tooling.

This role will collaborate closely with design, policy, and program teams across both sales compensation and sales planning domains to create clear, engaging content. You will flex to cover a wide span of topics ranging from seller-facing materials about sales compensation plans to technical documentation on process flows and data sets. The ideal candidate combines excellent communication skills with strong program management capabilities and technical aptitude to effectively translate complex technical and business concepts into digestible, user-friendly content for varied audiences.

Key job responsibilities
• Plan, write, edit, and manage a robust library of clear, comprehensive content, including user guides, product how-to guides, FAQs, support content, PowerPoint presentations, reference guides, video assets, graphics, web content, email, and e-learning courses
• Distill technical information, complex business processes, and change impacts into crisp, user-friendly communications that drive awareness and adoption
• Create content for multiple audiences: seller-facing (sales compensation topics), sales operations and management (sales planning strategy and operations), and technical documentation (process flows and system functionality)
• Partner deeply with cross-functional teams, including program and product management, support, external partners and subject matter experts to gather information and understand what's required to author content to support our users
• Collaborate with stakeholders to create cohesive enablement strategies that support successful launches and rollouts
• Manage end-to-end content development for new launches, ensuring structure, organization, accuracy, clarity, and compliance with program standards
• Monitor and analyze content effectiveness metrics, continuously optimizing approaches to maximize impact
• Navigate a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy

A day in the life

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and managing content on Sales Planning and Compensation topics. This includes creating PowerPoint presentations, user guides, process documentation, and coordinating with program teams across both sales compensation and sales planning domains. You will flex between seller-facing enablement content, conceptual documentation, and technical documentation. Your work will help to promote a self-service approach, addressing knowledge gaps to reduce support inquiries and keeping pace of changes to processes, policy, and tools functionality.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 3+ years of content creation or similar experience

- 5+ years as a content developer, learning experience designer, or content strategist

- Experience with web publishing and content creation and management systems (HTML, wiki markup)

- Ability to be self-directed and effective working independently, yet equally comfortable contributing in a diverse team environment

- Ability to interact with different business groups and dive deep into scoping and driving content development assignments for topics that have not been tackled before

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities

- Experience in finance, business management and sales operations

- Experience in project management

- Portfolio demonstrating solid writing skills and design acumen

- Experience working within a high-growth, technology company

- 3+ years supporting Sales, Sales Operations, or Sales Compensation topics

- Ability to prioritize, manage and complete multiple projects with tight deadlines, multiple stakeholders, and minimal oversight

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, WA, Seattle - 88,100.00 - 154,100.00 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

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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