Software Dev Engineer II

Join Amazon's Kindle Finance & Accounting Tech Engineering team to revolutionize how books are published, sold, and read globally. As an SDE-II, you'll be responsible for building and maintaining critical financial systems that power Kindle Unlimited, print-on-demand, and global Kindle purchases. The role offers a unique blend of technical complexity and business partnership, working with diverse stakeholders to ensure accurate payments and reporting for publishers and authors worldwide.

The position involves working with cutting-edge technologies, including LLMs and generative AI, to solve complex challenges in financial tech. You'll handle nuanced contracts, multiple taxation laws, and different accounting regulations across countries. The team builds most solutions from scratch, offering a rare opportunity with minimal operational load.

Working closely with business leaders, you'll translate requirements into technical solutions, focusing on simplification through modern technology. You'll be supported by senior SDEs and Principal Engineers, providing excellent growth opportunities. The role is perfect for someone passionate about financial technology, system architecture, and delivering premium customer experiences.

Key aspects include ensuring accuracy in financial transactions, maintaining compliance across global markets, and developing robust systems that scale. You'll be part of a team that's central to Amazon's Kindle growth flywheel, making direct impact on how publishers and authors interact with one of the world's largest digital publishing platforms.