Software Development Engineer, AWS Agentic AI

Amazon; Bellevue (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

Job summary

Amazon in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Software Development Engineer to help shape an early-stage AI-driven product. You will translate business needs into concrete deliverables, build rapid prototypes, and contribute to designing and deploying scalable distributed services using Java, Python and AWS.

The role requires strong SDLC experience, collaboration with product managers and engineers, and mentoring junior engineers as the project grows. This is a high-impact opportunity at Amazon.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
• 2+ years of design or architecture experience with scalable systems.
• Experience programming with at least one widely used language.

Responsibilities

• Solve technical challenges and mentor junior engineers on an early-stage initiative.
• Translate business requirements into concrete deliverables and build quick prototypes.
• Design, develop, and deploy highly scalable distributed services using core languages (Java, Python) and AWS.

Skills

Java

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Job description

Description

Come shape the future with us! As a major Agentic AI agent creation and execution provider, our technology powers many of Amazon's internal organizations via AgentZ and external organizations via Quick Suite. We are continuing to build AgentZ in the umbrella of QuickSuite - an exciting Generative AI application that will transform how enterprises operate.

You will have the exciting opportunity to be on the ground floor of developing this product. We are seeking creative problem-solvers who are energized by tackling complex technical challenges to push the boundaries of what's possible with AI. Our team collaborates closely across roles to rapidly build, test and iterate as we create an AI solution that delivers real business value. Join our innovative team to leave your mark on the next generation of AI.

Key job responsibilities

As a Software Development Engineer, you will solve technical challenges and act as a mentor to other junior engineers. Given that this is an early-stage initiative, you'll play an active role in translating business and functional requirements into concrete deliverables and build quick prototypes or proofs of concept in partnership with other technology leaders within the team. You will help invent new features, design, develop and deploy highly scalable and reliable distributed services. You will work with a variety of core languages (primarily Java and Python) and technologies (AWS). You will work closely with Product Managers, Engineers and Applied Scientists.

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 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 .

• 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
• parental leave

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