Amazon

Software Development Engineer, Creative X

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

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of design or architecture experience for systems
  • Proficient in at least one programming language
  • 3+ years of experience in full software development life cycle processes
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Design and build full-stack solutions for creative workflows
  • Develop customer experiences that enhance creative setup for advertisers
  • Tackle complex problems by thinking big and inventing solutions
  • Collaborate with technical teams to optimize ad products
  • Bring innovative products and services to market with cross-disciplinary teams
  • Build scalable and fault-tolerant distributed systems
  • Mentor and guide other SDEs to improve team performance
  • Ensure high quality through robust design reviews and testing practices
  • Work in an agile environment for rapid software delivery

Benefits

  • Health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
Key job responsibilities

- Design and build full-stack solutions - from front-end advertiser experiences to back-end distributed systems - that power creative workflows at Amazon's scale.

- Deliver novel customer experiences by developing solutions that make creative setup intuitive, intelligent, and delightful for advertisers and agencies.

- Use your problem-solving skills to tackle complex, ambiguous challenges - thinking big, inventing, and simplifying to find elegant solutions.

- Collaborate with creative and technical teams across Amazon Ads to integrate and optimize existing ad products, taking advantage of Amazon's scale and reach.

- Collaborate with experienced cross-disciplinary Amazonians to conceive, design, and bring innovative products and services to market.

- Build distributed systems - storage, indexing, and query systems that are scalable, fault-tolerant, low-cost, and easy to manage - in a large distributed computing environment.

- Leverage your technical ability, organizational skills, and communication skills to solve challenging problems and achieve results in a fast-paced environment.

- Provide guidance and mentorship to other SDEs on the team, raising the bar for the entire engineering organization.

- Maintain a high quality bar - ensuring quality design reviews, robust engineering practices, automated testing, and strong code coverage across all deliverables.

- Work in an agile environment to deliver high-quality software with rapid iteration cycles.

About the team

We are the Creative Experience (CrX) team within Amazon Ads, responsible for the end-to-end systems that power creative creation, optimization, and delivery across billions of impressions daily. Our technology enables advertisers to build high-performing display, video, and audio creatives at Amazon's scale. We own the advertiser experience layer, the creative rendering pipeline, dynamic creative optimization (DCO), and AI-powered asset generation. Right now, we're investing heavily in agentic AI experiences and a state-of-the-art advertiser workflow that makes creative setup effortless. We think big, move fast, and ship systems that directly impact millions of advertisers and shoppers worldwide.

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, 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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Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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