Amazon

Lead Software Development Engineer, Playback Team

Amazon • $184K — $250K *
Newark, NJ 07104In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted 1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional software development experience
  • Proficient in at least one programming language
  • Experience in system design and architecture
  • Full software development life cycle experience
  • Experience as a mentor or tech lead
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test software components for audio services
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on innovative advertising products
  • Optimize ad serving latency and business metrics
  • Write scalable and maintainable code within an agile team
  • Conduct code reviews and mentor team members
  • Lead complex technical initiatives and foster curiosity
  • Utilize technology for problem-solving and delivering quality code

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Job Description
ABOUT THIS ROLE

As a Lead Software Development Engineer, it's up to you to define, design and refine the tech that keeps us one step ahead of listeners. Anticipate. Innovate. Bring challenging ideas and we'll support you with the latest tech, tools and systems that you need to succeed. You'll drive the team forward, guiding them over every obstacle and leading the way to develop exciting, original and effective solutions. Leading the way, you'll bring our team together to build and maintain our platform to bring thousands of stories to millions of listeners and unleash the power of the human voice.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Playback team at Audible owns the core playback logic and services, including players, content delivery, security, listening data, metrics and insights, and a unified SDK. This team focuses on optimizing playback quality, performance, and customer experience across platforms, using automated tools for monitoring and analysis. The Playback team also drives Audible's efforts to advance the state of internet audio through faculty collaborations. You will own critical infrastructure supporting audio ads at Audible, you'll build scalable systems processing billions of ad opportunities annually, delivering world-class advertising experiences to millions of customers.

This role offers hands-on technical ownership of audio ad systems, real-time ad serving pipelines, and conversational AI integration. You'll work with talented engineers solving complex distributed systems challenges while directly impacting a business.

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Software Development Engineer to design, architect, and implement machine learning solutions that drive transformative technological advancements. You will combine deep technical expertise with strategic thinking, capable of translating complex business challenges into scalable, intelligent systems.

As a Lead Software Development Engineer, you will...

-Design, develop, and test software components and applications for a leading global provider of audiobooks

- Collaborate with Product, Applied Science, and cross-functional engineering teams to define and deliver innovative advertising products

- Optimize ad serving latency, cost, and business metrics for audio advertising at scale

- Collaborate on an agile engineering team, writing scalable and maintainable code and influencing team decisions

- Collaborate with stakeholders to envision, design, develop, test, and launch customer-centric software solutions

- Utilize technology to tackle challenging problems and deliver high-quality code on schedule

- Demonstrate proficiency in a wide range of data structures and algorithms, applying them effectively

- Independently clarify technical requirements, assess development estimates, and employ diverse design approaches

- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members

- Foster continuous improvement in software quality, customer experience, and product maintainability

- Mentor and lead developers, fostering curiosity and deep technical understanding

- Independently lead complex technical initiatives within your team

- Explore technical needs and bring solutions to the table

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

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

- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience

- 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience

- 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience

- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team

- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience building complex software systems that have been successfully delivered to customers

- Experience with machine learning and related engineering skill sets - Full stack proficiency (e.g., Java, NoSQL, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, node.js)

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, NJ, Newark - 184,900.00 - 250,200.00 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.
Learn more about Amazon
Size
1,608 employees
Market Cap
$832.6 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
NASDAQ
AMZN
* Ladders Estimates

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