Amazon

Software Development Engineer 2, Prime Video Personalization and Discovery

Amazon$158K — $213K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years professional software development experience.
  • 2+ years design or architecture experience with systems.
  • 1+ years experience as a software development engineer or similar role.
  • 1+ years developing large-scale, multi-threaded, or distributed applications.
  • 1+ years of Object Oriented Design experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • Experience in at least one programming language like C#, C++, Java, or Perl.

Responsibilities

  • Build and scale services for video selection and ranking at high request volumes.
  • Design retrieval and ranking systems for personalized search results.
  • Transform ambiguous problem statements through to customer-impact measurement.
  • Collaborate with applied scientists to implement models into production.
  • Enhance platform tools for shared retrieval paths and experimentation.
  • Work in an agile setting to deliver reliable software.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
  • 401(k) matching plan for retirement savings.
  • Paid time off to encourage work-life balance.
  • Parental leave for family support.
  • Mental health support and resources available.
Full Job Description
Just finished Fallout and want to watch more of the same? Looking for a movie that's like SaltBurn? So are millions of our Prime Video customers. The Prime Video Groupings, Re-engagement and Optimizations team suggests videos that are relevant and tailored to customers' schedules and environments. We help our customers find new content and content they have engaged with, to provide the most relevant titles.

We tailor these recommendations through Personalization models that you can help shape. Along with delivering an AI-First personalization experience, you'll collaborate with a talented team of engineers and scientists to create models to run these predictions and services to provide the results at incredible scale and speed.

Key job responsibilities

- Build and scale the services that select and rank what customers see across Prime Video's home and browse experiences, at millions of requests per second.

- Design retrieval and ranking systems that search the full Prime Video catalogue and personalize results per customer inside a strict latency budget.

- Take work from an ambiguous problem statement through design, launch, A/B experiment, and measured customer impact.

- Partner directly with applied scientists to move models from offline evaluation into production serving.

- Improve the platform teams build on: shared retrieval paths, configuration, and experimentation tooling.

- Work in an agile environment to deliver high-quality software.

About the team

In Prime Video Personalization and Discovery, our mission is to show a customer the right video content, in the right place, at the right time. We tailor PV for a diverse and global audience, so customers world-wide with different tastes and backgrounds can find something to watch and enjoy on every visit. We delight Prime subscribers by leaning in to the Amazon originals and exclusives that shape our brand and differentiate us. We grow our relationships with customers by leveraging our deep understanding of them to provide relevant and timely recommendations.

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+ years of software development engineer or related occupational experience

- 1+ years of designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered, multi-threaded, embedded or distributed software applications, tools, systems, and services using: C#, C++, Java, or Perl experience

- 1+ years of Object Oriented Design experience

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

- 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, NY, New York - 158,100.00 - 213,800.00 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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