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Sr. Software Development Engineer, Device OS

Global technology company specializing in e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
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Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Consumer

Job Description

Amazon's Device OS organization is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join their innovative team working on next-generation smart home devices. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Amazon's consumer device ecosystem, specifically focusing on Echo and Fire TV platforms.

As a key member of the team, you'll be responsible for architecting and implementing crucial software components that power millions of Amazon devices. The position involves creating new development environments and SDKs that will enhance the capabilities of Amazon's smart home product lines. You'll be working at the intersection of hardware and software, optimizing performance while delivering rich customer applications.

The role demands both technical excellence and leadership skills, as you'll be collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to design innovative customer experiences. You'll have the opportunity to experiment with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to solving complex technical challenges in the Amazon ecosystem. The position offers significant impact potential, as your work will directly influence the user experience of millions of customers worldwide.

Working at Amazon Lab126, you'll be part of the team responsible for some of Amazon's most innovative consumer devices. The role provides opportunities for mentoring junior engineers, leading technical initiatives, and contributing to the team's technical direction. You'll be expected to drive high-quality standards in software development, participate in architecture decisions, and help shape the future of Amazon's device platforms.

This is an ideal position for experienced software engineers who are passionate about consumer technology, have a strong background in systems development, and want to work on products that directly impact customers' daily lives. The role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology while being part of a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and customer obsession.

Last updated 4 months ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Software Development Engineer, Device OS

  • Own the definition and implementation of components used to build applications on millions of devices
  • Create common software components for product lines such as Echo and Fire TV
  • Design and implement reliable, high-performance SDKs for Amazon devices
  • Experiment and prototype with novel technologies
  • Work with internal and external engineering teams
  • Organize and participate in collaborative Q&A sessions and workshops
  • Mentor junior team members

Requirements For Sr. Software Development Engineer, Device OS

Java
Python
JavaScript
  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language
  • 5+ years of leading design or architecture experience
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
  • Experience with full software development life cycle
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

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