Amazon

Software Builder, Amazon Devices

Amazon$143K — $194K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of experience in system design or architecture
  • 1+ year of experience with AI tools like Cursor or Kiro
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in the full software development life cycle
  • Understanding of best practices for software engineering is preferable
  • Experience with application monitoring tools like Datadog or New Relic

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality solutions quickly
  • Develop distributed system software managing high transaction rates (>10000 TPS)
  • Provide technical solutions in collaboration with product management and cross-functional teams
  • Architect and design tech approaches with team members
  • Prototype and evaluate feasibility of new technology
  • Take ownership of significant software components
  • Promote engineering excellence and best practices

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Mental Health Support and Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement programs
Full Job Description
We are seeking an AI First Software Builder to create services and applications to support the device Alarm Cloud. You possess extensive experience building software. You should be immersed in AI IDEs and seek to use AI first when documenting, designing, and coding. After understanding context, a concise prompt should be your first consideration after a discussion around requirements. Coupled with being driven by AI you should have deep code reviewing skills and the ability to identify and correct errors created by either tooling or other developers.

At devices, you will solve complex issues surrounding the delivery of messaging received and sent from the Alarm, Smart Lights, Amazon Sidewalk, and Amazon Alexa. You will work in partnership with the Alarm Team, Smart Lighting Team, the Cloud Guild, Product Management, and key leadership. You will build and generate software in Java and Golang utilizing AWS as your delivery environment.

Key job responsibilities:

Work across the organization to present and delivery high quality solutions quickly

Write high quality distributed system software for large scale applications, managing high TPS >10000/second

Work with product management and cross functional teams to provide technical solutions for desired user experiences

Work with other team members to architect and design approaches

Prototype new technology and evaluate technical feasibility

Take ownership of large components

Drive best practices and engineering excellence

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

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

- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience

- 1+ year of creating software using AI tooling like Cursor, Kiro, Claude Code, etc.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 3+ 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

- Understanding and experience with professional software engineering practices & best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations

- Experience with application monitoring tools (Datadog, Splunk, New Relic, etc.)

- Experience with C++

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, MA, North Reading - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 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
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