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Amazon

Senior Software Development Engineer

Amazon, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175


At Audible, we believe stories have the power to transform lives. It’s why we work with some of the world’s leading creators to produce and share audio storytelling with our millions of global listeners. We are dreamers and inventors who come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to empower and inspire each other. Imagine your future with us.ABOUT THIS ROLE

As a Senior Software Development Engineer, it’s up to you to define, design and refine the tech that keeps us one step ahead of listeners. Anticipate. Innovate. Bring challenging ideas and we’ll support you with the latest tech, tools and systems that you need to succeed. You’ll be essential in ensuring the team can reach their potential; working closely with them, reviewing their work, mentoring, and supporting them to develop. Together, you’ll build and maintain our platform to bring thousands of stories to millions of listeners and unleash the power of the human voice.ABOUT THE TEAM

We build the tools, workflows and platforms that empower Audible to serve everyone who interacts with us. Whether it’s publishing content for listeners, supporting our content providers or providing essential information for legal and financial stakeholders, we are there to guarantee the right result is provided to the right person each and every time.ABOUT YOU

You feel pride in every step forward, however big, or small; to you, each challenge represents a well-executed venture to support our listeners. If you’re looking to build on your skills and grow into a leader, this is your next step. We look for people who take responsibility, set their standards high and see every failure as an opportunity to learn. You’re looking for an environment where you can thrive. With opportunities to challenge yourself and a talented team by your side, you’ll find what you’re looking for at Audible.As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you will...

Design, develop, and test software components and applications for a leading global provider of audiobooksContribute to an agile engineering team, writing scalable and maintainable code and influencing team decisionsCollaborate with diverse stakeholders to envision, design, develop, test, and launch impactful software that inspires both customers and peersUtilize technology to solve complex problemsTranslate designs into high-quality code, delivering on scheduleDemonstrate proficiency in diverse data structures and algorithms, making informed decisions on their appropriate usageIndependently clarify technical requirements, estimate development timelines, and apply effective design approachesConduct code reviews, offering constructive guidance to fellow team membersDrive continuous improvement in software quality, customer experience, and product maintainabilityMentor and lead developers, fostering curiosity and deep technical understandingABOUT AUDIBLE

Audible is the leading producer and provider of audio storytelling. We spark listeners’ imaginations, offering immersive, cinematic experiences full of inspiration and insight to enrich our customers daily lives. We are a global company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are dreamers and inventors who are passionate about the positive impact Audible can make for our customers and our neighbors. This spirit courses throughout Audible, supporting a culture of creativity and inclusion built on our People Principles and our mission to build more equitable communities in the cities we call home.Minimum Requirements

5+ years of professional software development experience including proven experience in Java, Object Oriented Design, Data Structures and AlgorithmsExperience developing and maintaining high availability distributed software systemsBA/BS degree in Computer Science, related field or equivalent practical experienceServer-side development experience, preferably in Java/SpringExperience in multiple AWS servicesAdditional Qualifications

Great communication skills - ability to think creatively and adapt the message to the audienceStrong problem-solving skills; adaptable, enterprising and willing to take ownershipA high-quality bar; just-enough documentation, unit testing, code reviews, test automation, continuous integration & deployment and a preference for agile methodsFull stack software development (Javascript, Java)Familiarity with RDS and NoSQLAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

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