Software Development Engineer III (ADBL192)

Amazon; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 178,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Audible, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Software Development Engineer III to lead full software lifecycle efforts and guide distributed applications.

You will design, implement, test, and document mobile or distributed software using Java, Node.js, or OO design, while driving architecture reviews and performance optimization. The role emphasizes mentoring junior engineers, collaborating on scalable solutions, and ensuring security practices across development.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field plus two years of experience as a Software Engineer/Developer.
• Designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered software applications using Java or Typescript in an OO design approach.
• Mentoring or serving as Tech Lead to an engineering team to guide development.
• Building or maintaining RESTful APIs and integrating security best practices in the lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical lead throughout the full software development lifecycle from scoping to maintenance.
• Participate in design, development, testing and documentation of mobile or distributed software.
• Provide design reviews focusing on architecture, integration, performance, and scalability.
• Mentor junior engineers and align projects with technology and business goals.

Skills

Java

Typescript

Object-Oriented Design

RESTful APIs

Performance optimization

Security best practices

Cloud infrastructure

Mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics

Bachelor’s degree in related field with 5 years experience

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Software Development Engineer III (ADBL192)

Employer: Audible, Inc.

Title: Software Development Engineer III

Location: 101 Main Street, Cambridge, MA 02142

Duties: Serve as technical lead throughout the full software development lifecycle end-to-end, from scoping, planning, conception, design, implementation, and testing, to documentation, delivery, and maintenance. Participate in the design, development, implementation, testing and documentation of mobile or distributed software applications, tools, systems, and services using Java, Node.js or Object-Oriented Design. Provide design reviews for other engineers, including feedback on architecture and design issues, as well as integration, performance, and scalability. Manage resources on multiple technical projects and ensure schedules, milestones, and priorities are compatible with technology and business goals. Translate functional requirements into robust, efficient, supportable solutions that work well within the overall system architecture. Produce comprehensive, usable software documentation. Evaluate and make decisions around the use of new or existing software products and tools. Mentor junior development engineers. Position reports into Cambridge, MA office; however, telecommuting from a home office may be allowed.

Requirements: Requires a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field plus two (2) years of experience as a Software Engineer, Software Developer, or a related occupation involving software development.

• Designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered, mobile, or distributed software applications, tools, systems, or services using Java or Typescript, using an Object-Oriented Design approach
• Mentoring or serving as Tech Lead to an engineering team
• Utilizing knowledge of data structures, algorithms, or object-oriented design principles to optimize code performance and efficiency
• Building or maintaining RESTful APIs
• Using software testing techniques (unit testing, integration testing, or automated testing) to ensure high-quality, maintainable code
• Conducting performance monitoring, analysis, or optimization of applications, focusing on reducing latency, improving throughput, and enhancing resource utilization
• Integrating security best practices into the development lifecycle, including encryption at-rest and in-transit, role-based access control, or secure API authentication mechanisms
• Creating and maintaining large-scale distributed applications or services leveraging cloud infrastructure.

Alternatively, will accept a Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of experience.

Salary: $178,131 - $194,400/year. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Multiple positions.

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 .

Basic Qualifications

Requirements: Requires a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field plus two (2) years of experience as a Software Engineer, Software Developer, or a related occupation involving software development.

• Designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered, mobile, or distributed software applications, tools, systems, or services using Java or Typescript, using an Object-Oriented Design approach
• Mentoring or serving as Tech Lead to an engineering team
• Utilizing knowledge of data structures, algorithms, or object-oriented design principles to optimize code performance and efficiency
• Building or maintaining RESTful APIs
• Using software testing techniques (unit testing, integration testing, or automated testing) to ensure high-quality, maintainable code
• Conducting performance monitoring, analysis, or optimization of applications, focusing on reducing latency, improving throughput, and enhancing resource utilization
• Integrating security best practices into the development lifecycle, including encryption at-rest and in-transit, role-based access control, or secure API authentication mechanisms
• Creating and maintaining large-scale distributed applications or services leveraging cloud infrastructure.

Alternative, will accept a Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Please see job description and the position requirements above.

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 .

Preferred Qualifications

Please see job description and the position requirements above.

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 (RSU`). 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, MA, Cambridge - 168,100.00 - 227,400.00 USD annually

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.