Software Development Engineer, XB DBP

Amazon.com Services LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC in Seattle seeks a software development engineer to design and build scalable cross-border services, enabling global shoppers. You will help shape architectures and work on distributed systems that handle growth across stores and currencies.

The role emphasizes measurable outcomes and data-driven decisions. The position requires 1+ years in architecture/design and a strong programming background; a Master’s degree in computer science or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ years contributing to new and existing systems architecture and design.
• 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture experience.
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop state of the art software systems that address complex problems to improve cross-border experience.
• Facilitate the design of the architecture of distributed and highly scalable systems.
• Own inputs and business outcomes with metrics and auditing, leveraging data.

Skills

Architecture design

Distributed systems

Programming experience

Education

Master's degree in computer science or equivalent

Job description

Are you interested in building the next generation services that will re-define the cross-border shopping experience at Amazon? Do you want to improve how shoppers around the world discover and purchase global merchandise? Amazon Exports and Expansion is building new services responsible for providing the best customer experience for an increasing customer base around the globe. Our mission is to provide a one-stop shopping experience to international customers that enables us to:

• Reach millions of new customers all over the world, providing them with a world class shopping personalized experience in their local language, payments, and currencies
• Leverage latest technology resources to automate and simplify the Customer Journey
• Work closely with the business teams to define the expansion strategy and implement innovative solutions to help this thriving business continue to its exponential growth

We enable customers from over 200+ destinations to purchase products on Amazon with guaranteed shipping and import duty fees. We seek to improve this experience by making selection available across all Amazon stores, so that customers can search and browse in their preferred language and currency. No two features are ever the same and our customers are hungry for every single one!

Key job responsibilities

• Design and develop state of the art software systems that address complex and ambiguous problems to improve the cross-border experience.
• Facilitate the design of the architecture of these distributed and highly scalable systems.
• Solve complex problems by leveraging the latest technologies available in combination with data
• Own the inputs and the business outcome through cultivating a culture of relentless auditing and metric monitoring, automatically where possible.

A day in the life

• Design and develop state of the art software systems that address complex and ambiguous problems to improve the cross-border experience.
• Facilitate the design of the architecture of these distributed and highly scalable systems.
• Solve complex problems by leveraging the latest technologies available in combination with data
• Own the inputs and the business outcome through cultivating a culture of relentless auditing and metric monitoring, automatically where possible.

About the team

• We build services that are deployed and used globally on day 1.
• We work hard and play hard with game nights to create team building opportunities
• Our tech survey and connections results show our commitment to continue building our tech community
• We value diversity and inclusion across our teams
• We have Monthly Team Lunches and Game Nights to build our team culture

Basic Qualifications:

• 1+ years of contributing to new and current systems architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) 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
• Master's degree in computer science or equivalent
• Experience building complex software systems that have been successfully delivered to customers

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