Amazon

Principal Design Technologist - AMZ9442733

Amazon • $183K — $248K *
Seattle, WA 98115In-Person
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Centered Interaction, Cognitive Sciences, or related field.
  • 8 years of experience in UX prototyping or front-end technology.
  • Proficient in front-end programming languages for prototyping.
  • Experience with native mobile development and modern web frameworks.
  • Strong collaboration skills with UX, Product, and technical teams.

Responsibilities

  • Drive technical innovation by architecting scalable design solutions.
  • Lead and mentor teams of Design Technologists and UX Designers.
  • Establish and promote best practices for prototype development.
  • Define frameworks and tools to accelerate prototyping processes.
  • Partner with leadership to evaluate emerging technologies and strategic opportunities.
  • Architect complex systems ensuring scalability and performance.
  • Drive cross-team technical initiatives, creating shared resources like libraries and systems.

Benefits

  • Full range of medical and financial benefits.
  • Equity and sign-on payments may be included as part of the compensation package.
  • Professional development opportunities available.
  • Work-life balance support with a standard 40-hour workweek.
  • Innovative work environment at a leading tech company.
Full Job Description
MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Employer: AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC

Offered Position: Principal Design Technologist

Job Location: Seattle, Washington



Position Responsibilities:

Drive technical and design innovation across multiple teams by architecting complex, scalable solutions that influence product strategy and technical direction across the company's major platforms and services. Lead and mentor multiple teams of Design Technologists, Software Engineers, and UX Designers, providing technical leadership and strategic direction for large-scale initiatives. Establish prototyping standards, best practices, and architectural patterns for prototype development that are adopted across multiple teams, improving development efficiency and product quality. Define and implement frameworks and tools that accelerate the prototyping process and enable rapid experimentation for multiple product teams simultaneously. Partner with and influence senior leadership to identify strategic opportunities, evaluate emerging technologies, and make critical decisions about technical investments that influence long-term product roadmaps. Architect and oversee development of complex distributed systems and tools that enable sophisticated user experience solutions, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability across multiple platforms. Lead cross-team technical initiatives, including the development of shared component libraries, design systems, and prototyping platforms that serve multiple business units. Drive innovation in prototyping methodologies by researching, evaluating, and implementing cutting-edge technologies such as AR/VR, AI/ML integration, advanced visualization techniques. Provide technical governance and architecture review for major initiatives, ensuring alignment with company-wide technical and design standards while optimizing for innovation and speed. Establish metrics and evaluation frameworks for measuring the effectiveness of prototyping solutions and their impact on product development cycles across the organization.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Human Centered Interaction (HCI), Cognitive Sciences, or a related field and eight years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Must have eight years of experience in the following skill(s): front-end technologist, engineer, or UX prototyping experience; coding in front end programming languages; experience developing visually polished, engaging, and highly fluid UX prototypes; collaborating with UX, Product, and technical partners; experience in one of the following: Native mobile development (Android/iOS), Python, Objective-C, Swift, C#, HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript, web and server programming and Responsive/Adaptive design, Java, or SQL; and experience designing rich user interfaces using modern web frameworks (such as React, Angular, and Vue).

40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $183,500/year to $248,200/year.

Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, visit:

https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.#0000

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Position Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Human Centered Interaction (HCI), Cognitive Sciences, or a related field and eight years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Must have eight years of experience in the following skill(s): front-end technologist, engineer, or UX prototyping experience; coding in front end programming languages; experience developing visually polished, engaging, and highly fluid UX prototypes; collaborating with UX, Product, and technical partners; experience in one of the following: Native mobile development (Android/iOS), Python, Objective-C, Swift, C#, HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript, web and server programming and Responsive/Adaptive design, Java, or SQL; and experience designing rich user interfaces using modern web frameworks (such as React, Angular, and Vue).#0000

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Please see job description and the position requirements above.

About Amazon

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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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