Amazon

Software Dev Engineer II, Amazon Interactive Video Service (IVS)

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

Qualifications

  • 3+ years professional software development experience
  • 2+ years experience in design or architecture of systems
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
  • Experience in modern programming languages like Java, C++, or C#
  • Familiarity with media concepts such as codecs and streaming protocols

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement core media functionality in C++ across platforms
  • Develop and maintain video playback and broadcast SDKs focusing on performance
  • Collaborate with backend teams for low-latency media broadcasting
  • Design clean and ergonomic SDK APIs for cross-platform consistency
  • Build reliable unit, integration, and end-to-end tests across platforms
  • Keep updated on media codecs and streaming protocols

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Mental health support and employee assistance programs
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
Key job responsibilities

- Design and implement core media functionality in C++ shared across platforms, and build platform-specific bindings for iOS, Android, and Web.

- Develop and maintain our video playback, broadcast, and real-time SDKs with a focus on performance, reliability, and consistent cross-platform behavior.

- Collaborate with backend video teams on low-latency and real-time media broadcasting and playback.

- Design clean, ergonomic SDK APIs that balance platform conventions with cross-platform consistency.

- Build reliable unit, integration, and end-to-end tests across multiple platforms and device configurations.

- Stay current on media codecs, streaming protocols, and platform-level media frameworks.

A day in the life

You might start the morning investigating a customer-reported playback issue, digging into protocol behavior and reproducing it across different devices and OS versions. By midmorning you're building new functionality in our media SDKs: designing APIs, implementing core logic in C++, crafting platform-specific bindings, and testing across a range of environments. After lunch you're reviewing a teammate's PR for the real-time SDK, discussing codec tradeoffs with the backend team, and running integration tests to make sure nothing regressed. The work spans the full media stack across multiple platforms, and no two days look the same.

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

- Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field

- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Java, C++, or C# including object-oriented design

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

- Experience building cross-platform libraries or SDKs with a shared C++ core

- Familiarity with media concepts such as video codecs, streaming protocols (HLS, WebRTC), or real-time media pipelines

- Experience with platform-specific development on at least one of iOS (Swift/Obj-C), Android (Kotlin/Java), or Web (TypeScript)

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, CA, SANTA CLARA - 165,200.00 - 223,600.00 USD annually

USA, CA, San Francisco - 165,200.00 - 223,600.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 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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Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
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Revenue
$386 billion
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