Amazon

Software Dev Engineer II, Luna

Amazon • $143K — $194K *
Irvine, CA 92620In-Person
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of experience in design or architecture for systems
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language
  • 3+ years navigating the full software development lifecycle
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end software development for scalable services
  • Drive rapid innovation through prototypes and production code
  • Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and QA teams
  • Mentor team members on design decisions and best practices
  • Dive into low-level technical details of operating systems and streaming technologies
  • Provide strategic technical direction for product development

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Generous paid time off policy
  • Parental leave benefits
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
  • Flexible spending accounts for health expenses
  • Employee Assistance Program with mental health support
Full Job Description
As a Software Development Engineer working on the core streaming infrastructure for Luna, you will get to combine your passion for gaming, AWS, and building scalable tech for the next generation of cloud gaming.

We value diversity of backgrounds as we believe writing software is a learning process and that innovation is driven by learners, not knowers. We're often breaking new ground as we work with low-level details of the Windows and Linux operating systems, Wine, and Proton. Much of our work involves convincing various stack components to perform tasks that they weren't originally designed for.

We are looking for an SDE that is excited to learn and build the next generations of our service. The successful candidate should be able to thrive in all phases of software development and be adaptable to work with a variety of technologies and development environments.

Key job responsibilities

- Own end-to-end software development: Design, implement, test, and operate scalable services that power Luna's streaming infrastructure.

- Drive rapid innovation: Develop quick proof-of-concepts, iterate on prototypes, and ship production-grade code while balancing cost, schedule, and performance.

- Collaborate across disciplines: Work closely with product managers, engineers, and QA to deliver consumer-facing features that meet both technical and business goals.

- Mentor and lead: Serve as a technical leader, guiding design decisions, code reviews, and best-practice adoption across the team.

- Operate at all levels: Dive deep into low-level details of Windows/Linux, Wine, Proton, and related stack components, in addition to streaming technologies while also providing strategic input for product direction.

A day in the life

The Luna initiative is a fast-paced, highly collaborative start-up-like environment inside Amazon. Success requires flexibility, entrepreneurial spirit, and comfort with ambiguity. You will:

Own projects from concept to production, delivering quick proof-of-concepts and iterating based on feedback.

Dive deep into low-level system details to make stack components behave in novel ways.

Strategic input: Provide technical insight on implementation direction.

Collaborate regularly with colleagues across Amazon's businesses and services to align technical and business goals.

About the team

Amazon Luna is a cloud gaming service that makes it easy for anyone to play high-quality games on the devices they already own-including Fire TV and tablet devices, smartphones, tablets, web browsers, select smart televisions from LG and Samsung, and morewith no need to purchase new gaming consoles or equipment. Luna brings more than 50 games to Prime members at no additional cost, including GameNight, an evolving collection of more than 25 approachable, local multiplayer games designed to bring friends and family together in the living room. To play GameNight titles, simply scan a QR code on your TV and your smartphone becomes your controller. With simple and responsive touchscreen inputs and support for multiple local players, GameNight offers and easy and approachable way to play whether you're an experienced gamer of a casual fan.

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

- Experience programming with at least one software programming language

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

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, Irvine - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 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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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
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