Amazon

Software Development Engineer II, Project Dawn

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

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of software development experience in a professional setting
  • 2+ years of experience in design or architecture of systems
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language
  • Experience throughout the full software development life cycle
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain AI-powered services for intelligent shopping experiences
  • Build and own distributed software components for product catalog ingestion and offer processing
  • Influence evolution of Amazon's catalog systems for next-gen processing
  • Collaborate with scientists for data processing and ML model scaling
  • Define data enrichment pipelines and tech strategy for scalable infrastructure
  • Prototype technologies and bring generative AI techniques into production
  • Proactively address operational gaps and enhance code quality through reviews
  • Mentor junior engineers in design and operational excellence

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare expenses
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
  • Mental Health Support and Employee Assistance Program
Full Job Description
As an SDE 2 on this team, you will own the end to end design and delivery of systems that leverage state of the art deep learning and generative models. You will work alongside a team of passionate engineers and scientists to solve problems like intelligent offer extraction, automated product listing enrichment, and AI powered selection tools that operate at internet scale. You will drive technical decisions, navigate ambiguity, and influence the direction of our architecture.

This is a unique opportunity to build experiences used by hundreds of millions of people worldwide while tackling technical challenges at the intersection of large scale distributed systems and generative AI. If you are excited about shipping high impact, customer facing products and want to shape the future of how customers discover and purchase products on Amazon, we would love to hear from you.

Key job responsibilities

As a software developer in this role, you will:

* Design, develop, and maintain services that leverage large language models and generative AI to power intelligent shopping experiences at scale.

* Build and own distributed software components powering end to end production selection processing pipelines, from ingestion of the world's product catalog through to making offers available for customers.

* Develop deep understanding of Amazon's catalog systems that power the shopping experience, and influence their evolution to support next generation selection and offer processing.

* Collaborate with applied scientists to process massive datasets, scale ML models, and define evaluation criteria that drive customer experience quality.

* Lead tech strategy by defining data enrichment pipelines, model optimization frameworks, and evaluation methodologies. Own system architecture decisions that enable reliable, scalable infrastructure.

* Prototype new technologies, evaluate technical feasibility, and bring generative AI techniques into production.

* Proactively identify and resolve operational gaps across the systems you own. Raise the technical bar through meaningful code reviews and constructive feedback to teammates at all levels.

* Mentor junior engineers through design guidance and operational excellence, helping grow the team's overall capability.

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, WA, Seattle - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

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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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Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
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