Principal Software Architect & Technical Leader

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 212,000 - 271,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Restricted stock units

Medical and other benefits

Job summary

Amazon Web Services, Inc. in Seattle, WA invites a Principal Software Development Engineer to independently lead software delivery across an organization, delivering architectures spanning multiple systems from design to maintenance.

You will decompose complex problems, mentor others, and influence multiple teams to improve productivity and best practices. The role requires a Master's or 8+ years equivalent experience in CS/engineering/math, with expertise in OO design, distributed programming,

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in CS/Engineering/Math with 6+ years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/Engineering/Math with 8+ years of experience as alternative to Master's.
• Experience providing technical leadership and project management for all aspects of the software development lifecycle, and designing large-scale distributed software applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead software delivery across an organization and architectures spanning multiple systems.
• Review and guide work of engineers to ensure cohesive delivery and quality.
• Mentor engineers, influence multiple teams, and balance technical leadership with business judgment.
• Domestic travel up to 10% may be required.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

OO design

Distributed programming

C#

C++

Java

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Amazon Web Services, Inc. in Seattle, WA invites a Principal Software Development Engineer to independently lead software delivery across an organization, delivering architectures spanning multiple systems from design to maintenance.

You will decompose complex problems, mentor others, and influence multiple teams to improve productivity and best practices. The role requires a Master's or 8+ years equivalent experience in CS/engineering/math, with expertise in OO design, distributed programming,