Software Development Engineer, Kindle Reader

Amazon Kindle is a revolutionary reading device and one of the most innovative and fastest growing businesses at Amazon. We are seeking a passionate software engineer to build high quality mission critical software and reusable software libraries to shape the future of eBooks.

Key responsibilities include:

• Contributing to the definition, development, integration, test, documentation, and support of C++ software across multiple digital surfaces for Kindle Readers and Applications
• Engaging in software development while gaining experience in planning, organizing, and conducting projects in a dynamic environment
• Architecting software solutions, improving subsystem compatibilities, developing new concepts and methodologies
• Designing and building highly performant new features
• Preparing technical requirements and software design specifications
• Understanding graphics subsystem internals
• Implementing best practices for software development and documentation
• Ensuring designs meet requirements and delivering high quality software on tight schedules

The team owns the design, architecture, and implementation of a surface to enable reading innovation across file formats and operating systems. Our software supports Kindle customers on all major mobile surfaces and Kindle devices. Engineers enjoy working as a team and have opportunities to lead.

This role offers a competitive compensation package, including equity and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. The base pay ranges from $129,300/year to $223,600/year, depending on the geographic market and other factors.

Join Amazon Kindle and help shape the future of digital reading!