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

Join Amazon's International Technology team, where we're building cutting-edge applications to enhance the core online engagement experience for millions of Amazon customers. Operating like a startup with Amazon's vast resources, we focus on developing features for incentives and membership that run on Amazon websites. The team works in an agile fashion, delivering new features every few weeks while balancing immediate customer needs with long-term goals.

As a Software Development Engineer, you'll be part of a dynamic environment tackling novel technical challenges daily. You'll work on distributed systems, build scalable solutions, and help lead fundamental industry changes. The role involves designing and implementing high-performance, reliable systems while collaborating with talented engineers across multiple Amazon locations.

The position offers unique opportunities to work on projects that haven't been solved at scale before, allowing you to make a significant impact on millions of customers. You'll be involved in all aspects of the software development lifecycle, from translating business requirements into concrete deliverables to building prototypes and deploying production systems.

The team values innovation, ownership, and creative problem-solving. You'll work in an environment that encourages quick iteration and adaptation to customer needs. This role is perfect for engineers who thrive in ambiguous situations and want to build features that directly impact Amazon's global customer base.

If you're passionate about building scalable systems, enjoy working with cutting-edge technologies, and want to be part of a team that operates with the agility of a startup while leveraging the resources of a global technology leader, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Amazon's customer experience.