SDE II, OIH

Amazon Inc.; Factoria (WA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Maternity leave

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Software Development Engineer to own and improve core Markdown systems, lead the design and implementation of new features, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams on RL OIH initiatives and business expansions. The role focuses on building scalable services for markdowns, deals, and coupons with a strong emphasis on architecture and reliability.

Relevant experience and a CS background are required to join a fast‑paced innovation

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience programming with at least one software language.

Responsibilities

• Owns and improves core Markdown systems (Markdown Submission, Markdown Execution, and pricing algorithms).
• Independently leads design and development of new features and system improvements.
• Collaborates with teams to deliver projects such as RL OIH initiatives and cross‑cutting programs.
• Drives system design aligned with business goals and clarifies requirements.
• Maintains reliable systems for markdowns, deals, and coupons while reducing technical debt.

Skills

Software development

Programming language

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or equivalent

Job description

Job ID: 10573962 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Do you want to solve business challenges through innovative technology? Do you enjoy working on scalable services technology in a team environment? Do you like working on industry-defining projects that move the needle?

At Amazon, we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build on behalf of our customers. The focus we have on our customers is why we are one of the world’s most beloved brands – customer obsession is part of our company DNA. Our Software Development Engineers (SDEs) use technology to solve complex problems and get to see the impact of their work first-hand.

The challenges SDEs solve for at Amazon are big and influence millions of customers, sellers, and products around the world. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about creating new products, features, and services from scratch while managing ambiguity and the pace of a company where development cycles are measured in weeks, not years.

Key job responsibilities

As a SDE on the team:

• Owns and improves core Markdown systems (e.g., Markdown Submission, Markdown Execution, and pricing algorithms such as First Floor Price calculation).
• Independently leads design and development of new features and system improvements.
• Collaborates with teams including OIH Decision, NPV, PM, and other partner teams to deliver projects such as RL OIH initiatives, cross-cutting programs, and business expansions.
• Drives technical problem solving, requirement clarification, and system design aligned with business goals.
• Maintains highly reliable systems for markdowns, deals, and coupons, while using new work to reduce technical debt and improve architecture boundaries.

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you!

About the team

The Optimal Inventory Health (OIH) Channels team is responsible for managing and expanding inventory disposition channels, such as markdowns, deals, coupons, and removals for the Amazon Retail business across all global marketplaces.

The team leverages advanced technologies including Reinforcement Learning (RL), traditional Machine Learning (ML), and Neural Networks to optimize decisions across multiple ASINs and channels while maintaining manageable model complexity.

Basic Qualifications

• 1+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Salary

• USA, WA, Bellevue - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

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.

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.

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.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Veterans, military spouses, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.