Amazon

Software Development Manager, Promotions Customer Experience (PCX)

Amazon • $171K — $286K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of engineering team management experience
  • 7+ years of overall engineering experience
  • 3+ years designing or architecting systems
  • 8+ years leading multi-tier web service development
  • Knowledge of full software/hardware/networks development life cycle

Responsibilities

  • Own technical strategy and multi-year roadmap for promotions platform
  • Lead, hire, coach, and develop a software engineering team
  • Drive system design and architecture decisions across services and data pipelines
  • Continuously improve services providing promotions data to over 150 internal consumers
  • Collaborate with product management and design to define and prioritize requirements

Benefits

  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
  • Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
  • Paid time off
  • Resources to improve health and well-being
Full Job Description
Software Development Manager, Promotions Customer Experience (PCX) Key job responsibilities - Own the technical strategy and multi-year roadmap for a core promotions platform, aligning engineering investments with customer and business goals. - Lead, hire, coach, and develop a team of software engineers, building an inclusive, high-performing culture and supporting each individual's career growth. - Drive system design and architecture decisions across distributed services, real-time and batch data pipelines, and machine-learning-driven merchandising at scale. - Operate and continuously improve services that supply deals and promotions data to over 150 internal consumers, maintaining high availability through peak-traffic events. - Partner with product management, design, and peer engineering teams to define requirements, prioritize work, and deliver measurable outcomes for customers. A day in the life You will start many mornings reviewing operational metrics and service health dashboards before joining your team's stand-up. From there, your time shifts between architecture reviews with engineers, roadmap discussions with product partners, and one-on-ones focused on career development. You will regularly collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on upcoming launches, then carve out time for strategic planning, writing technical documents, or diving deep into a design review. Expect a mix of focused individual work and energetic group problem-solving throughout the day. About the team Our team owns the end-to-end promotions and deals experience on Amazon. Our mission is to create a unified promotional experience that presents customers with the most relevant savings, breaking down boundaries between deals, coupons, price discounts, and other formats to deliver a cohesive shopping journey. We serve data and ranking signals to over 150 teams across Amazon, making our platform one of the highest-reach systems in the retail organization. We value collaboration, technical rigor, and a genuine commitment to building an inclusive environment where every team member can do their best work. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 3+ years of engineering team management experience - 7+ years of working directly within engineering teams 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. As a total compensation company, Amazon's package may include other elements such as sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and other resources to improve health and well-being. CAN, BC, Vancouver - 171,400.00 - 286,200.00 CAD 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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Size
1,608 employees
Market Cap
$832.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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