Amazon

Sr. SDE, Machine Learning, Prime Video Personalization and Discovery

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

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional software development experience
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language
  • Experience in leading design or architecture of systems
  • Background in mentoring or leading engineering teams
  • Understanding of full software development life cycle processes

Responsibilities

  • Build services with high availability and performance
  • Develop and evolve the Prime Video Storefront orchestration strategy
  • Extend solutions to support evolving Prime Video landscape
  • Lead partnerships in shaping technical vision for recommendations
  • Collaborate with product and technical stakeholders

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Mental health support and employee assistance programs
Full Job Description
Key job responsibilities

- Building services with Tier-1 availability and performance characteristics while enabling Day-1 innovation capabilities.

- Evolve the Prime Video Storefront orchestration strategy to enable continuous experimentation and feature delivery that keeps pace with innovations in state-of-art ML capabilities.

- Extending solutions to support constantly evolving landscape of Prime Video - Live Sports, Linear TV, etc.

- Leading & Partnering on developing strategic technical vision for the PV Recommendations space.

- Partnering with Product, Scientists and Engineering stakeholders

A day in the life

As Sr. SDE, you will be technical lead of an engineering team building services to deliver personalization solutions at incredible scale and speed. You will be operating with state of the art technologies on engineering and machine learning dimensions. You will foster a culture of innovation and excellence, leading and growing talented junior engineers on your team and around PV. At the end of the day, you will have the reward of seeing your contributions delight PV customers worldwide (including yourself!)

About the team

This team is at the heart of PV personalization - building ML-driven understanding about customers' preferences based on their past engagement, current context (e.g. device, title release date etc.) and other signals (e.g. search activity etc.). We use this understanding to power new video discovery experience across PV. We operate in a complex business/tech space requiring us to operate at speed and rapidly prototype/experiment. If you are excited about making an impact on a product that is used by 100M+ customers around the world, including your own friends and family, then this could be the right opportunity for you!

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

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

- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience

- 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience

- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ 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, NY, New York - 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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Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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