Sr. Software Development Engineer, Alexa Audio

Amazon's Alexa Audio team is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to lead the development of audio experiences on Alexa-enabled devices. The role focuses on managing music, podcast, audiobooks, radio, and ambient soundscape experiences, integrating with major streaming services like Amazon Music, Spotify, and Apple. The team handles the complex challenge of managing millions of audio content pieces across various streaming services, making them accessible through voice commands and proactive suggestions.

The position offers an opportunity to impact the design and architecture of features used daily by millions of customers. The team supports multi-device playback control and seamless media transfer between devices. As a technical leader, you'll guide a team of engineers, mentor others, and work on large-scale distributed systems that handle high-volume applications.

Working in Amazon's Alexa Audio division means joining a team that's still in its early stages ("Day 1") of innovation. You'll be responsible for developing integration skill kits that enable smooth connectivity between various content providers and Alexa devices. The role requires expertise in building reliable, scalable systems and a deep understanding of Computer Science fundamentals.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift quickly, demonstrating both technical excellence and leadership capabilities. This position offers the chance to work on pioneering solutions in voice-controlled audio technology while leading and mentoring a team of skilled engineers. The role combines technical architecture, team leadership, and hands-on development in an Agile environment.