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 sits at the intersection of distributed systems and artificial intelligence, focusing on building scalable solutions that process billions of photos while enabling revolutionary AI features.

The position requires an experienced technical leader who can architect large-scale distributed systems and drive technical strategy across multiple teams. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining critical infrastructure that powers AI-driven photo experiences for millions of customers worldwide. The role combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic thinking, requiring both deep technical expertise and the ability to mentor and grow engineering talent.

Working in the Amazon Photos team means operating at massive scale, processing petabytes of data while maintaining high availability and low latency. The team leverages cutting-edge technologies in distributed systems, computer vision, and machine learning to create innovative solutions that delight customers. You'll collaborate with ML scientists and research teams to productionize advanced computer vision technologies at scale.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer who wants to shape the future of how people interact with their memories through AI-powered experiences. You'll have the chance to influence technical direction across the organization while working with a talented team at the forefront of computer vision and distributed systems. The role offers significant technical challenges, leadership opportunities, and the chance to impact millions of users worldwide.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in distributed systems, a track record of delivering complex technical initiatives, and the ability to mentor and develop technical talent. You'll need to balance technical excellence with business needs, ensuring solutions meet requirements for scalability, reliability, and performance while delivering value to customers.