Sr. Software Development Engineer - Multimedia, SMP Multimedia Team

Amazon Lab126, established in 2004 as an Amazon.com subsidiary, is at the forefront of consumer electronics innovation, having created successful products like Kindle, Fire tablets, Fire TV, and Amazon Echo. They are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join their SMP Multimedia Team.

The role combines cutting-edge multimedia technology development with a strong focus on customer experience. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in building top-of-the-line devices for multimedia consumption, working with both mobile and home entertainment systems. Using a mix of open source and proprietary technologies, they will own multimedia technologies and quality end-to-end (E2E).

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on products used daily by millions of customers. The role involves working with state-of-the-art technologies from concept to launch stage, ensuring the highest quality deliverables. Key responsibilities include system architecture development, prototyping innovative solutions, and establishing architectural principles while mentoring team members.

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of professional software development experience, strong programming skills, and proven experience in leading design or architecture of scalable systems. Leadership experience as a mentor or tech lead is essential. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 per year, depending on location and experience, plus additional benefits and potential equity.

Working at Amazon Lab126 means being part of a team that pushes the boundaries of consumer electronics, with a focus on multimedia technologies. The role offers the chance to work on next-generation devices while collaborating with talented engineers and contributing to products that shape how people consume media content.

The position is based in Sunnyvale, CA, and offers comprehensive benefits including medical, financial, and other corporate benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer passionate about multimedia technology and looking to make a significant impact in the consumer electronics industry while working for one of the world's leading technology companies.