Software Development Engineer, Chronicle

Amazon • $143K — $194K *

Seattle, WA 98115In-Person

Information Technology

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Qualifications

3+ years of professional software development experience
2+ years of design or architecture experience of new and existing systems
1+ years of software development or related experience
1+ years of experience designing and developing large-scale software applications in C#, C++, Java, or Perl
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field

Responsibilities

Translate functional and technical requirements into detailed software solutions
Design and develop software products impacting various business areas
Code and test system components; participate in code and design reviews
Take ownership of end-to-end code quality and system testing
Collaborate across teams to deliver results
Ensure overall system architecture, scalability, reliability, and performance
Mentor other engineers and help define the technical culture

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
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare costs
Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage

Full Job Description

Ever wondered how Amazon offers the Earth's biggest selection and still manages to offer lower prices every day to our customers? Our business teams work with a massive array of sellers and business financial performance metrics to expand selection and drive costs lower. Given the rapid growth of our business, this requires our category leaders, financial analysts, site merchandisers and vendor managers to quickly analyze sellers, categories and brands, diving deep into data showing business efficiency down to the unit sale level. The technology that enables this has huge visibility and impact and is critical to Amazon's continued profitability and growth

Innovation

We're working on the future. If you are seeking an environment where you can drive innovation. If you want to apply state-of-the-art software technologies to solve real world problems. If you want the satisfaction of providing visible benefit to end-users in an iterative fast paced environment, this is your opportunity. The responsibilities of this role will be key in paving the future of Amazon Consumer and transforming how we do business.

We push the envelope in using cloud services in AWS as well as the latest in distributed systems, database technologies, and data mining.

Opportunity

You will be part of a team of creative, top-notch software developers to work hard, have fun, and make history. Engineers at Amazon are more than just order takers; they see a problem and leverage innovative technology to address it. Our problem space covers concurrent workflows across distributed systems (linearizability, eventual consistency), big data problems (propagation delay, ordering and hygiene), performance (search optimization), and devops (CI/CD, self healing, infra as code). We are looking for individuals who are passionate about creating new products, features, and services from scratch while managing ambiguity and the pace of a company where development cycles are measured in days, not months. If this sounds interesting to you, apply and come chart your own path at Amazon

Our team is within the Selling Partner Services org, and develop sophisticated tools for the Amazon Consumer businesses, supporting deep dive analysis, vendor negotiations and business planning towards enhancement at the bottom line. We also provide financial and operational reports to Amazon sellers worldwide.

Key job responsibilities

Translate functional and technical requirements into detailed architecture/design/working software solutions by working with PM, UX designers, and customers.

Designing and developing software products that impact many areas of our business

Code and test system components; participate in code and design reviews.

Demonstrate ownership of end-to-end code quality, system tests, functional tests, and integration.

Partner/Collaborate across teams/roles to deliver results.

Be responsible for overall system architecture, scalability, reliability, and performance.

Mentor other engineers, define the technical culture, and help grow the team.

About the team

Chronicle Data Services provides Amazonians and selling partners with comprehensive, accurate, standardized, and relevant metrics in a timely manner to enable high quality, high velocity decisions. We provided secure and efficient programmatic access (via API) to 4.6K+ standardized metrics for 15+ applications used by 86K+ selling partners and Amazonians.

Applications and services that source standardized metrics from our API (Ripple) include selling partner facing applications and services (e.g., ARA - Vendor Central, FBA Dashboard - Seller Central , Data Kiosk - Selling Partner API, and analytics applications used by Amazonians (e.g., Turismo, etc). We are a full stack team, with Product Managers, UX Designers, TPMs, SDEs, DEs and Data Scientists.

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

- Demonstrated experience leveraging generative AI tools to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity, with the ability to craft effective prompts and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs in a professional setting

- Experience identifying opportunities to integrate AI solutions into products and services to drive business value.

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, 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.

Learn more about Amazon

Size

1,608 employees

Market Cap

$832.6 billion

Industry

Retail & Consumer Goods

Net Income

$21.3 billion

Founded

1994

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