Amazon

Senior Software Development Engineer, Sponsored Products and Brands

Amazon$184K — $250K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of programming experience with at least one language
  • 5+ years of systems design and architecture experience
  • Experience mentoring or leading engineering teams
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Drive product and engineering initiatives for conversational ad experiences
  • Design, build, and operate large-scale distributed systems
  • Develop ad serving infrastructure and data pipelines
  • Collaborate with product and science teams for end-to-end solutions
  • Own customer-facing functionality ensuring scalability and performance
  • Contribute to pioneering industry-first projects in a dynamic environment

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Mental health and wellness support
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer (SDE III) to join the Conversational Ad Experiences (CAX) team within Sponsored Products and Brands (SPB). SPB helps merchants, retail vendors, and brand owners grow incremental sales through native product advertising on Amazon. The CAX team focuses on sponsored conversational shopping experiences powered by large language models (LLMs), working on multiple "industry-first" projects that are ambiguous and challenging-but offer the opportunity to have a significant impact on both our shoppers and business. We are a highly motivated, collaborative, and fun-loving group with an entrepreneurial spirit, a bias for action, and a broad mandate to experiment and innovate.

Key job responsibilities

- Drive major product and engineering initiatives for conversational ad experiences across Amazon Store and Alexa+ surfaces

- Design, build, and operate large-scale, low-latency distributed systems serving hundreds of millions of Amazon shoppers worldwide

- Develop ad serving infrastructure and data processing pipelines to support LLM-powered conversational shopping experiences

- Collaborate with product and science teams to build end-to-end solutions for sponsored conversational experiences

- Own key pieces of customer-facing functionality, ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance at Amazon scale

- Contribute to "industry-first" projects in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment that is growing at an unprecedented rate

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

- 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, NY, New York - 184,900.00 - 250,200.00 USD annually

USA, WA, SEATTLE - 168,100.00 - 227,400.00 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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1,608 employees
Market Cap
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Industry
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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