Software Development Engineer II, Release Manager

Amazon; Vancouver; On-site; USD 114,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Vancouver is seeking a talented Software Development Engineer (SDE2) to join their Release Manager team. The role involves designing, developing, and testing critical software services that impact Amazon's key applications. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of software development experience and a solid understanding of system design principles. A Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent is preferred. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Full range of medical and financial benefits

Total compensation package including equity and sign-on payments

Qualifications

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
• Experience with design patterns and reliability.
• Experience in programming with at least one language.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of the Release Manager service.
• Participate in testing and operations of software applications.

Skills

Software development

System design

Programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Job description

Description

The Release Manager (RM) team, part of Amazon's BuilderWorks organization, is responsible for developing technologies that enable Amazon software application teams to dynamically change software configurations and behaviors safely and quickly with minimal operational disruption.

Our software powers mission critical applications across Amazon including the retail website, order fulfillment, Alexa, Kindle, Amazon Video, Prime, Grocery, and others. If you want to be part of a team that makes a difference on an enormous stage, this is it!

Our team is growing and we are looking for a talented Software Development Engineer (SDE2) to help launch new features. As a SDE2, you will contribute to the design, development, testing, and operations of the Release Manager service.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience

• 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience

• Experience programming with at least one software programming language

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ 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

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary for this position ranges from $114,800/year up to $191,800/year. Salary is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.