Amazon

Software Development Manager, Amazon Music Artificial Intelligence & Personalization

Amazon$184K — $250K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in engineering teams
  • 3+ years of management experience in an engineering context
  • 3+ years in designing and architecting systems for reliability and scaling
  • 8+ years in developing multi-tier web services
  • Thorough knowledge of full software development lifecycle processes

Responsibilities

  • Guide architectural decisions for high-demand, low-latency services
  • Review code for AI orchestration and content pipelines
  • Partner with Applied Scientists on model evaluation and quality metrics
  • Collaborate on product roadmaps and customer impact assessments
  • Represent the team in technical reviews and strategic planning
  • Recruit and mentor engineers in an agile AI/ML environment

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Mental health support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption, and Surrogacy reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
As the Software Development Manager of this Culver City-based team, you'll lead engineers building production systems that combine GenAI, ML, and immersive media to deliver breakthrough customer experiences. Your team owns critical capabilities spanning intelligent container creation, explainability, textual and visual enrichments, and music enhancement; Building the future of music through AI-powered visual and audio experiences. What Success Looks Like: • Ship customer impact - Drive top Amazon Music priorities • Build technical excellence - Establish architecture patterns for agentic workflows, real-time AI systems, and multi-modal content generation at scale • Grow engineering talent - Develop Engineers into technical leaders through mentorship, code reviews, and strategic project ownership • Enable organizational leverage - Partner with Applied Science, Product, TPM, and cross-org teams (Alexa, Catalog, Search) to unlock platform capabilities • Balance innovation and execution - Maintain production reliability while deploying AI/ML technologies Key job responsibilities You'll operate at the intersection of technology strategy and hands-on engineering leadership. Expect to: • Guide architectural decisions for services handling millions of requests with strict latency/cost requirements • Review code and design docs for AI orchestration, LLM integration, and content generation pipelines • Partner with Applied Scientists on model evaluation, prompt engineering, and quality metrics • Collaborate with Product and TPM on roadmap prioritization, launch sequencing, and customer impact measurement • Represent the team in org-wide technical reviews, operational readiness assessments, and strategic planning • Recruit, hire, and develop engineers who thrive in ambiguous, fast-moving AI/ML environments BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 7+ years of working directly within engineering teams experience - 3+ years of engineering team management experience - 3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience - 8+ years of leading the definition and development of multi tier web services experience - Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations - Experience partnering with product or program management teams PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategy - Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring/coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineers 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, CA, Culver City - 184,900.00 - 250,200.00 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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Market Cap
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Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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