Software Development Engineer, Amazon University Talent Acquisition

Amazon Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon University Talent Acquisition is seeking a Software Development Engineer I to solve real customer problems with scalable services, collaborating across teams and owning code end‑to‑end.

You'll work on building and improving distributed systems, applying CS fundamentals and modern development practices. Growth, mentorship, and a fast, learning‑oriented environment are central to the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Knowledge of CS fundamentals: OOP, OS, algorithms, data structures, complexity analysis
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, Java or Perl
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools in academic or professional settings

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design, build, and operate innovative products and services that delight customers
• Break down complex problems into well‑defined solvable components before implementation
• Contribute to design and development of scalable, reliable services with distributedSystems scope per team
• Conduct code reviews as a core engineering practice and provide constructive feedback
• Contribute to clear and accurate technical documentation
• Use GenAI and AI‑powered tools to boost development productivity while validating AI output
• Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and design patterns
• Work in an agile environment with CI/CD and on‑call responsibilities
• Demonstrate operational excellence through monitoring and troubleshooting production issues

Skills

C/C++

Python

Java

Perl

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Data Science

Tools

AWS

Git

CI/CD

SQL/NoSQL databases

Job description

Software Development Engineer, Amazon University Talent Acquisition

Do you want to solve real customer problems through innovative technology? Do you enjoy working on scalable services in a collaborative team environment? Do you want to see your code directly impact millions of customers worldwide?

At Amazon, we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build on behalf of our customers. Customer obsession is part of our company DNA, which has made us one of the world's most beloved brands.

Our Software Development Engineers (SDEs) use modern technology to solve complex problems while seeing their work’s impact first-hand. The challenges SDEs solve at Amazon are meaningful and influence millions of customers, sellers, and products globally. We seek individuals passionate about creating new products, features, and services while managing ambiguity in an environment where development cycles are measured in weeks, not years.

At Amazon, we believe in ownership at every level. As an SDE-I, you’ll own the entire lifecycle of your code - from design through deployment and ongoing operations. This ownership mindset, combined with our commitment to operational excellence, ensures we deliver the highest quality solutions for our customers.

We’re looking for curious minds who think big and want to define tomorrow’s technology. At Amazon, you’ll grow into the high‑impact engineer you know you can be, supported by a culture of learning and mentorship. Every day brings exciting new challenges and opportunities for personal growth.

Key job responsibilities

• Collaborate and communicate effectively with experienced cross‑disciplinary Amazonians to design, build, and operate innovative products and services that delight our customers, while participating in technical discussions to drive solutions forward.
• Break down complex, ambiguous problems into well‑defined, solvable components before implementation.
• Contribute to the design and development of scalable, reliable services, with distributed‑systems scope varying by team.
• Conduct code reviews as a core engineering practice, providing constructive feedback and validating correctness.
• Contribute to clear and accurate technical documentation.
• Use GenAI and AI‑powered tools to enhance development productivity, and critically validate, verify, and integrate AI‑generated code, exercising sound judgement about when to trust AI output.
• Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and design patterns.
• Work in an agile environment practicing CI/CD principles while participating in operational responsibilities including on‑call duties.
• Demonstrate operational excellence through monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues.

Basic Qualifications

• Are enrolled in or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, or majors relating to these fields
• Are 18 years of age or older
• Knowledge of computer science fundamentals such as object‑oriented design, operating systems, algorithms, data structures, and complexity analysis
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Java or Perl
• Experience using AI‑assisted development tools in academic or professional settings

Preferred Qualifications

• Speak, write, and read fluently in English
• Experience from previous technical internship(s) or demonstrated project experience
• Strong problem decomposition, problem‑solving, and analytical skills
• Experience with one or more of the following: Cloud platforms (preferably AWS), Database systems (SQL and NoSQL), Contributing to open‑source projects, Version control systems, Debugging and troubleshooting complex systems
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly
• Demonstrated ownership and initiative in seeing work through from design to operation
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC)

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 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.