Amazon

Sr. Software Development Manager, Checkout

Amazon$220K — $297K *
Consumer Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of engineering experience
  • 5+ years of engineering team management experience
  • 10+ years in planning, designing, developing, and delivering consumer software
  • Experience partnering with product or program management teams
  • Experience managing multiple concurrent programs and projects in an Agile environment

Responsibilities

  • Drive Checkout's strategy to scale purchasing experiences globally
  • Identify innovative, scalable solutions for diverse customer needs
  • Collaborate with senior leaders, product managers, UX designers, and business intelligence engineers
  • Lead Checkout 2-pizza teams and partner teams in prioritizing needs
  • Synthesize various technologies to deliver delightful shopping experiences

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Mental Health Support
  • Learning and development opportunities including meeting-free days
Full Job Description
Do you want to be part of the core team at Amazon building the Checkout experience that hundreds of millions of customers across the world use everyday?

Key job responsibilities

You will drive Checkout's strategy to scale our modernized purchasing experience to new use cases, surfaces, and customers across the world. You will identify and influence the prioritization of innovative, scalable solutions to enable Checkout to more effectively meet the unique needs of customers.

You will have the opportunity to work closely and collaborate with senior leaders across Amazon, product managers, UX designers and business intelligence engineers to innovate, measure, analyze and refine the experiences we deliver to millions of customers across the planet on a daily basis. You will lead Checkout 2-pizza teams int he US, but also partner teams, to identify and prioritize needs, influence up and across the organization, and synthesize a variety of technologies and capabilities to deliver the most trustworthy and delightful shopping experiences customers love.

Successful candidates will have experience working in a high pace environment, have strong bias for action, ownership, and be comfortable in working in an ambiguous environment. To be successful, you'll need customer obsession, the ability to think big, excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to deliver results via a strong bias for action.

A day in the life

As a member of one of Amazon's most critical customer-facing teams, you will lead your teams to innovate on the Checkout experience and have the opportunity to build relationships and collaborate with the hundreds of internal customer teams that innovate across Checkout, gaining rare insight to Amazon-wide strategic initiatives and priorities.

About the team

Checkout's mission is to offer the most trusted and delightfully easy purchase experience on Earth. We seek a myriad of backgrounds and experiences to drive innovation in one of the most high-profile customer experiences within Amazon. We care deeply about our people and our proud of our commitment to both building and maintaining an inclusive environment where everyone can be successful. Each month, we dedicate a full, meeting-free day towards learning and development; encouraging team members to innovate and focus on the work they're most excited about, learn new skills, work on career growth, and take extra time to celebrate our successes.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 10+ years of engineering experience

- 5+ years of engineering team management experience

- 10+ years of planning, designing, developing and delivering consumer software experience

- Experience partnering with product or program management teams

- Experience managing multiple concurrent programs, projects and development teams in an Agile environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience partnering with product and program management teams

- Experience designing and developing large scale, high-traffic applications

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, WA, Seattle - 220,100.00 - 297,700.00 USD 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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