Software Development Engineer (2 years contract), Japan Store Tech

Join Amazon's International Technology team, where we're focused on building cutting-edge applications to enhance Amazon's core online engagement experience. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to develop innovative features that will impact millions of Amazon customers through incentives and membership programs. We operate with the agility of a startup while leveraging Amazon's vast resources, allowing for rapid innovation and deployment.

Our team delivers new features every few weeks, balancing quick adaptations to customer needs with long-term strategic goals. We're seeking engineers who possess strong ownership mentality and passion for solving complex business and technical challenges through creative, scalable solutions using cutting-edge technologies.

You'll be working in a dynamic environment that offers exposure to distributed computing, innovative technologies at incredible scale, and the chance to build systems that are fundamental to Amazon's global operations. The role involves designing and implementing high-performance, reliable, and maintainable code while working with talented engineers across multiple technical teams and locations.

This position offers unique opportunities to tackle novel technical challenges that haven't been solved at scale before. You'll be involved in all aspects of the software development lifecycle, from translating business requirements into concrete deliverables to building quick prototypes and deploying highly scalable distributed services. The role requires comfort with ambiguity and enthusiasm for solving unprecedented problems while making a positive impact on millions of customers worldwide.

As a Software Development Engineer in our team, you'll help shape the future of Amazon's international technology infrastructure while working alongside experienced Amazonians in a fast-paced, innovative environment. This two-year contract position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work on mission-critical systems that drive Amazon's global success.