Software Development Engineer, Global Tax Services - Data

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 143,700 - 194,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Seattle to join their Global Tax Data team. The position focuses on leveraging world-class technology to support tax professionals in achieving compliance and efficiency. Key responsibilities include tackling complex tax technology challenges, leading cross-functional projects, and mentoring stakeholders.

Qualified candidates will possess significant software development experience and a bachelor's degree in computer science, contributing effectively to design and architecture efforts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
• 2+ years designing or architecting systems.
• Experience with at least one programming language.

Responsibilities

• Tackle tax technology challenges with scalable solutions.
• Lead efforts involving multiple teams and deliver impactful solutions.
• Support customers through their business cycles, mentoring and troubleshooting.

Skills

Software development

Design patterns

Reliability and scaling

Programming experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Job description

Description

Global Tax Data (GTD) team seeks a capable and motivated individual to be a Software Development Engineer in the Tax Technology team, based in Seattle. The role is responsible for ensuring the tax professionals of Amazon’s Direct Tax Reporting and Compliance organization (R&C) are supported in their mission by world‑class technology and processes. The impact of their work is evidenced in improved efficiency in processing, empowered customers and a Tax department that continues to meet the unique challenges of Amazon.

Key job responsibilities

• Tackle tax technology challenges with scalable solutions delivered in a quick‑and‑nimble fashion

• Lead efforts that can involve multiple teams and deliver solutions with impact across the R&C organization

• Be trusted advisors to their R&C customers and engage on projects with high degrees of complexity and business criticality

• Help define requirements, design, build and rollout solutions

• Work with multiple stakeholders and manage the complexity of competing needs and timelines

• Support customers through their business cycles, mentoring, troubleshooting and running processes as needed

• Understand the solutions we have today, applying them where appropriate and inventing new capabilities when needed

• Own particular processes and/or parts of our technology toolset, providing subject matter expertise and mentorship

• Listen to customers across the organization and expand our toolset to the benefit of all, avoiding point solutions

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

• 3+ years of contributing to new and current systems architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) experience

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.

USA, VA, Arlington - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

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