Software Development Engineer , Alexa

Description Want to transform the way people interact with Alexa? Key job responsibilities In this role youll have independent technical ownership on new customer features and supporting architecture on a day to day and week to week basis. Youll learn new in-demand skills like building interfaces and scalable API platforms that will be highly valuable as you grow your career at Amazon and beyond. Youll work directly with Product Management and Design to refine the customer experience for Alexa featured products. Youll join a unique team in the Alexa organization with our own culture we move fast to deliver new great features for customers and have a ton of fun doing it. Come join us as we build the OS for Alexa. Were breaking new ground and need your help to bring our vision to reality. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: Seattle, WA, USA | Sunnyvale, CA, USA Basic Qualifications - 4+ years of non-internship professional software development experience - 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience - Experience programming with at least one software programming language Preferred Qualifications - 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience - Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent Amazon 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. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $115,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $223,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.