Software Development Engineer, Alexa Mobile Foundation Services

Join the Alexa Mobile Foundation Services team at Amazon, where we're building the critical backend infrastructure that powers one of the world's most popular voice assistants. Our team is responsible for developing and maintaining essential Java-based services that form the backbone of the Alexa mobile experience, handling millions of requests daily while maintaining exceptional performance and reliability.

We operate at massive scale with strict latency requirements and a 99.99% availability target. Our infrastructure leverages the full power of AWS cloud services to deliver resilient, efficient solutions that Alexa mobile clients depend on 24/7. The foundation services we develop are critical to Alexa's mobile presence, enabling everything from device authentication to new feature deployment across iOS, Android, and other platforms.

As a Software Development Engineer, you'll be designing and developing high-performance Java microservices, implementing scalable backend solutions, and creating optimized RESTful APIs for mobile applications. You'll work on implementing comprehensive monitoring and alerting systems while collaborating cross-functionally with mobile client teams and other backend services to define technical specifications and drive architecture decisions.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location and experience, plus additional benefits including equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive medical coverage. You'll be part of a team that values technical excellence, innovation, and customer delight, working in an environment that encourages learning and professional growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about distributed systems, cloud architecture, and building reliable services at scale. You'll have the chance to impact millions of Alexa users while working with cutting-edge technologies and contributing to one of Amazon's most innovative products.