Software Development Engineer, Playback Team

Amazon; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 158,100 - 213,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RSUs

401(k) matching

Job summary

Audible is hiring a Software Development Engineer for the Playback Team in Newark, NJ. You will design, build, and test software that powers audiobooks and streaming experiences.

You’ll collaborate with an agile team, influence architecture, review code, and mentor peers while delivering high‑quality solutions that scale with user demand.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of non‑internship professional software development experience.
• 2+ years of design/architecture experience for complex systems.
• Experience programming with at least one programming language.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software components for a leading global audiobooks provider.
• Collaborate on an agile team, writing scalable, maintainable code.
• Work with stakeholders to design and launch customer‑centric software solutions.
• Use tech to solve hard problems and deliver high‑quality code on schedule.
• Apply data structures and algorithms effectively.
• Clarify requirements, estimate effort, and explore design approaches.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Improve software quality and customer experience continually.
• Mentor and lead developers to grow technical understanding.

Skills

Software development

Architecture design

Data structures & algorithms

Mentoring

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Software Development Engineer, Playback Team

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 Playback 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 to design, 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.

Responsibilities

As a Software Development Engineer, you will:

• Design, 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 diverse design 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

• 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
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

Salary and Benefits:

• Base salary range: 158,100.00 – 213,800.00 USD annually (USA, NJ, Newark)
• Includes sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.
• Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, parental leave, and more.