Software Development Engineer, Playback Team

Socket.dev; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Audible, a leading global audiobook provider, is seeking a Software Development Engineer to design, architect, and implement ML-driven solutions. You will translate complex business challenges into scalable, intelligent systems and work with an agile team to deliver high-impact software.

Requirements include experience with modern languages (Java, Python, C++, C#), data structures and algorithms, and a track record of shipping reliable, customer-focused software in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with modern languages (Java, Python, C++, C#) and OO design.
• Experience with data structures, algorithms, and OO principles.
• Internship or project experience in a technical role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain software components for a global audiobook provider.
• Collaborate on an agile team, write scalable, maintainable code.
• Design, develop, test, and launch customer-centric software solutions.
• Mentor and lead developers as needed.
• Contribute to code reviews and continuous improvement.

Skills

Object-oriented design

Data structures

Algorithms

Team collaboration

Tools

AWS

SQL

NoSQL

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

At Audible, we believe stories have the power to transform lives. It's why we work with some of the world's leading creators to produce and share audio storytelling with our millions of global listeners. We are dreamers and inventors who come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to empower and inspire each other. Imagine your future with us.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Player team at Audible owns the core playback logic and services, including players, content delivery, security, listening data, metrics and insights, and a unified SDK. This team focuses on optimizing playback quality, performance, and customer experience across platforms, using automated tools for monitoring and analysis. The Playback team also drives Audible's efforts to advance the state of internet audio through faculty collaborations.

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Software Development Engineer todesign, architect, and implement machine learning solutions that drive transformative technological advancements. You will combine deep technical expertise with strategic thinking, capable of translating complex business challenges into scalable, intelligent systems.

As a Software Development Engineer, you will...

• Develop, and test software components and applications for a leading global provider of audiobooks
• Collaborate on an agile engineering team, writing scalable and maintainable code and influencing team decisions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to envision,design, develop, test, and launch customer-centric software solutions
• Utilize technology to tackle challenging problems and deliver high-quality code on schedule
• Demonstrate proficiency in a wide range of data structures and algorithms, applying them effectively
• Independently clarify technical requirements, assess development estimates, and employ diversedesign approaches
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
• Foster continuous improvement in software quality, customer experience, and product maintainability
• Mentor and lead developers, fostering curiosity and deep technical understanding

ABOUT AUDIBLE

Audible is the leading producer and provider of audio storytelling. We spark listeners' imaginations, offering immersive, cinematic experiences full of inspiration and insight to enrich our customers' daily lives. We are a global company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are dreamers and inventors who are passionate about the positive impact Audible can make for our customers and our neighbors. This spirit courses throughout Audible, supporting a culture of creativity and inclusion built on our People Principles and our mission to build more equitable communities in the cities we call home.

Basic Qualifications

• Are 18 years of age or older
• Experience with at least one modern language such as Java, Python, C++, or C# including object-oriented design
• Experience with at least one general-purpose programming language such as Java, Python, C++, C#, Go, Rust, or TypeScript
• Experience with data structure implementation, basic algorithm development, and/or object-oriented design principles

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience from a technical internship
• Experience in optimization mathematics such as linear programming and nonlinear optimization
• Experience with distributed, multi-tiered systems, algorithms, and relational databases
• Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required
• Experience from previous technical internship(s) or demonstrated project experience
• Experience with Cloud platforms (preferably AWS), database systems (SQL and NoSQL), AI tools for development productivity, contributing to open-source projects, and/or version control systems
• Experience delivering large, cross-functional, customer facing products

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

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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, MA, Cambridge - 110,500.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually