Amazon

Software Development Manager, Commerce

Amazon$212K — $287K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of engineering team management experience
  • 8+ years of software development experience, with 2+ years in people management
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with web services, cloud infrastructure, and system design
  • Proven ability to attract, hire, and retain engineering talent
  • Comfortable in ambiguous, fast-changing environments
  • Proven track record of leading teams in consumer-facing application development

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of engineers to design, build, and operate full stack applications
  • Establish a clear vision and urgency for team deliverables
  • Focus on delivering results and challenge existing processes when necessary
  • Mentor and develop team members to enhance their careers
  • Analyze trade-offs and make informed decisions to overcome challenges
  • Critically evaluate proposals for improvements
  • Adapt to changes while maintaining team energy and direction

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Maternity & Parental Leave
  • Flexible PTO
  • Amazon Employee Discount
Full Job Description
If you are interested in this position, please apply on Twitch's Career site https://www.twitch.tv/jobs/en/

About the Role

Creators are the backbone of Twitch, and they rely on their ability to earn a living doing what they love. As an Engineering Leader focused on growing creators' revenue, you will lead people to build products, features and experiences that enable such a living. You will be empowered to work across the stack and across functions. You will take high ownership of your services - architecting, building and operating them. You will partner with other engineering leaders, product managers, designers, data specialists and program managers to deliver solutions. Our teams own features like Subscriptions, Gifting, Turbo, Bits and Hype Train.

This role can be based in San Francisco, CA or Seattle, WA.

You Will

- Lead a team of engineers to design, build and operate full stack applications.

- Establish a clear vision for your team and generate urgency to deliver for our customers.

- Have a laser focus on delivering results - even if that means disrupting process or protocol.

- Articulate behaviors that can grow careers. Your people development radar is always on.

- Quickly dissect the nuances of trade-offs, making conscious choices and overcoming challenges.

- Constructively parse, ingest, challenge and reframe proposals / plans for the better.

- Adjust gracefully to change while maintaining team energy and focus.

Perks

- Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance

- 401(k)

- Maternity & Parental Leave

- Flexible PTO

- Amazon Employee Discount

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 3+ years of engineering team management experience

- Experience partnering with product or program management teams

- 8+ years of software development experience; including 2+ years of people management experience

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Clarity of thought and articulation are critical components for success

- Experience with web services, cloud infrastructure, and system design

- Ability to to attract, hire and retain engineering talent

- Comfortable operating within an ambiguous and ever changing environment

- Track record of leading teams to design, implement and operate consumer-facing applications

- An impact oriented and product engineering leader mindset

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

- Hands-on experience building applications using Golang, AWS Cloud Infra and/or React

- Experience building Machine Learning or AI applications

- Masters degree in Computer Science or related technical field

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, San Francisco - 212,700.00 - 287,700.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 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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1,608 employees
Market Cap
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Industry
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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