Amazon

Software Development Engineer, Personalization

Amazon$121K — $180K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of professional software development experience (non-internship)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with team members
  • 0-2 years of relevant professional experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Define and deliver high-quality technical solutions for complex personalization problems
  • Work cross-functionally to gather requirements and determine technical approaches
  • Optimize processes to enhance efficiency and reliability
  • Identify and mitigate risks, balancing trade-offs for successful delivery
  • Participate in code/design reviews and provide constructive feedback
  • Manage data classification and storage in line with company policies
  • Enhance testability and operational excellence of software components

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
  • Mental health support and employee assistance program
Full Job Description
As a Software Development Engineer on the Personalization (P13N) team you will be responsible for delivering a variety of high quality, customer-focused technical solutions leveraging Machine Learning and cutting-edge technology. You will work on difficult business and technology problems, defining requirements and scope for your projects. You will be able to learn best practices, optimize procedures and processes, and mitigate immediate risks. You will make effective trade-offs between time, quality, and resources to ensure successful delivery.

The Personalization team's mission is to help customers discover their next great listen by personalizing every interaction they have with Audible content. We develop scalable frameworks and systems that transform customer signals into meaningful insights, enabling personalized, contextual recommendations across our platforms. Our teams work with cutting-edge technologies and large-scale distributed systems to process billions of content interactions and deliver real-time personalized experiences.

As a Software Development Engineer, you will...

- Define, design, implement, and deliver a variety of high-quality, customer-focused technical solutions for complex P13N problems

- Work cross-functionally to understand business and customer needs, define requirements, and determine the right technical approach

- Optimize existing processes and procedures to improve efficiency and reliability

- Proactively identify and mitigate risks, making appropriate trade-offs to ensure timely and successful delivery

- Participate actively in code/design reviews and provide constructive feedback

- Handle data classification, storage, and management in accordance with company policies

- Apply computer science, engineering, and analysis principles to solve moderate-scale problems

- Continuously enhance testability, operational excellence (OE), and documentation for owned software components

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 1+ years of non-internship professional software development experience

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science

- 0-2 years of professional software development experience

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Ability to effectively collaborate with teammates is critical to success.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience building complex software systems that have been successfully delivered to customers

- Problem solving skills and willingness to accept new challenges, take ownership and be adaptable

- Capable of using technology to solve straightforward problems

- Can take a defined design, turn it into high quality code, and deliver it on schedule

- Proficient in a broad range of data structures and algorithms, knowing when it is (and isn't) appropriate to use them

- Experience with Computer Science fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, and problem solving

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, NJ, Newark - 121,600.00 - 180,600.00 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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