Software Development Engineer, Amazon

Amazon's Middle-Mile Transportation Technology team is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join their Planning and Network team. This role focuses on building systems that optimize Amazon's global middle-mile freight network through advanced algorithms and planning systems. The position offers a unique opportunity to work on complex NP-Hard problems that generate millions in cost savings through freight movement optimization.

The role involves developing scalable systems that create a planning flywheel, optimizing performance while minimizing costs. You'll work with research scientists to develop and tune algorithms, collaborate with various stakeholders, and help scale transportation systems across multiple modes including road, air, rail, and ocean transport.

As a Software Development Engineer, you'll be instrumental in shaping product direction and building distributed systems that handle carrier supply, cost rates, transit times, and distances. The role requires strong technical expertise in distributed systems design, algorithm development, and a passion for solving complex logistics challenges.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of professional software development experience, strong system design skills, and the ability to mentor junior engineers. You'll be joining a team that values high standards in code quality, active participation in code reviews, and a focus on long-term technical excellence.

Amazon offers a competitive compensation package including base pay ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 depending on location, plus equity, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on Amazon's global transportation network while working with cutting-edge technology and talented engineers.