Amazon

Senior Software Development Engineer, Alexa Enterprise

Amazon$168K — $227K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of professional software development experience.
  • 8+ years of programming in at least one language.
  • 8+ years of experience in system design and architecture.
  • Experience mentoring or leading an engineering team.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Design and build scalable, secure systems that meet enterprise needs.
  • Lead architectural decisions balancing speed with long-term requirements.
  • Establish engineering best practices for operational excellence.
  • Mentor engineers to foster a culture of innovation and discipline.
  • Collaborate with product, security, and compliance teams to meet requirements.
  • Drive technical decisions impacting go-to-market strategy.
  • Own end-to-end delivery of complex features including deployment and support.
  • Participate in on-call rotations to maintain system reliability.
  • Identify and address technical risks and vulnerabilities proactively.
  • Champion continuous improvement in development processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Access to mental health support and counseling
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement programs
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Learn more about benefits on the company's website.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced senior Software Development Engineer to join our confidential, high-impact program. As a key technical leader, you'll operate at the intersection of startup velocity and enterprise rigor-making significant architectural decisions while building systems that scale rapidly and meet stringent security, compliance, and reliability standards. You'll work with a small, talented team where your contributions directly shape our technical foundation and ability to win enterprise customers.

This role offers direct visibility into strategic decisions, the autonomy to drive technical direction, and the opportunity to solve novel problems in a fast-paced environment where discretion and sound judgment are paramount. We're looking for someone who thrives in ambiguity, understands enterprise constraints (security, compliance, SLAs), and can balance moving quickly with building for the long term. Join us during a critical growth phase where your work will have immediate, measurable impact on both our product and engineering culture.

Key job responsibilities

- Design and build scalable, secure systems that meet enterprise-grade requirements while maintaining startup velocity and adaptability

- Lead architectural decisions for the confidential program, balancing rapid iteration with long-term scalability, security, and compliance needs

- Establish engineering best practices and operational excellence standards that satisfy enterprise SLAs while enabling fast-paced development

- Mentor engineers and elevate team capabilities, fostering a culture that values both innovation and disciplined execution

- Collaborate with product, security, and compliance teams to ensure solutions meet stringent enterprise customer requirements

- Drive technical decisions that directly impact go-to-market strategy and customer acquisition in the enterprise space

- Own end-to-end delivery of complex features from design through production deployment, monitoring, and support

- Participate in on-call rotations and incident response, ensuring mission-critical systems maintain enterprise-level reliability

- Identify and proactively address technical risks, security vulnerabilities, and scalability challenges before they impact customers

- Champion continuous improvement in development velocity, code quality, and system observability

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

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

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

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

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

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 - 168,100.00 - 227,400.00 USD annually

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.
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Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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