Software Development Engineer, Amazon Advertising Creative X

Amazon Advertising operates at the intersection of eCommerce and advertising, offering a rich array of advertising solutions to help customers discover and purchase products. The Creative X organization focuses on creating engaging user experiences through content and interactivity enrichment while helping advertisers reach their target audience at scale. As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you will lead critical initiatives that shape technical direction, making architectural decisions that impact multiple teams. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing scalable distributed systems handling millions of requests, while mentoring junior engineers and driving engineering excellence. The role involves close collaboration with product managers and technical leaders to define roadmaps and deliver business-aligned solutions. You'll be instrumental in developing end-to-end solutions for optimal retail metadata content in ads, requiring strong technical leadership and system design expertise. The position demands balancing long-term architectural goals with immediate business needs, while making significant technical contributions and elevating team capabilities. This role offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. Working at Amazon means embracing their leadership principles and contributing to a culture of innovation at one of the world's leading technology companies.