Software Development Engineer, Amazon Photos

Amazon Photos is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to lead the development of their next-generation computer vision and AI infrastructure. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on building scalable systems that process billions of photos while enabling AI-powered features.

The position requires expertise in distributed systems, with responsibilities spanning architecture design, team leadership, and strategic technical planning. You'll work at the intersection of cloud computing, machine learning, and large-scale data processing, building services that directly impact how millions of customers interact with their memories.

As a technical leader, you'll mentor senior engineers, drive best practices, and collaborate with ML scientists to productionize cutting-edge AI technologies. The role offers the opportunity to shape the future of photo management and memory preservation at Amazon scale, working with innovative technologies in computer vision and artificial intelligence.

The team operates in a fast-paced environment, processing billions of photos while maintaining high availability. You'll be responsible for establishing operational standards and driving technical excellence across multiple teams. This is an ideal position for someone who combines strong technical skills with leadership ability and wants to make a significant impact on how people preserve and interact with their memories.

The role offers the chance to work with Amazon's world-class infrastructure and contribute to a product that touches millions of users daily. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and customer obsession, working on challenges that require both technical depth and strategic thinking.