Amazon is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join their FBA (Fulfillment By Amazon) Worldwide Capacity and Planning team. This role is crucial in supporting Amazon's vast seller ecosystem, which is fundamental to their vision of offering the Earth's largest selection at competitive prices.
The position requires an experienced engineer who can design and implement large-scale distributed systems with millisecond latency requirements and high transaction volumes. You'll be working with cutting-edge cloud technologies and will be responsible for architecting solutions that support hundreds of millions of unique products across Amazon's global fulfillment network.
As a senior engineer, you'll have the opportunity to work with various technologies including Service Oriented Architecture, caching systems, load balancing, non-relational databases, and microservices. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both deep technical expertise and the ability to mentor others.
The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 base salary depending on location, plus additional benefits including equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive medical coverage. This reflects Amazon's commitment to attracting top talent and their total compensation philosophy.
You'll be joining a team that emphasizes modern software development practices including Agile methodologies, Test-Driven Development, and Continuous Deployment. The role offers the opportunity to work on systems that directly impact Amazon's global supply chain and seller success, making it an excellent opportunity for engineers who want to work on large-scale, impactful projects.
The position is based in Seattle, providing the chance to work from one of Amazon's main tech hubs. You'll be part of a culture that values diversity and inclusion, working alongside some of the industry's best engineers while solving complex technical challenges that affect millions of customers and sellers worldwide.
This role is ideal for experienced engineers who are passionate about distributed systems, enjoy mentoring others, and want to make a significant impact on global e-commerce infrastructure. You'll have the opportunity to influence technical decisions, drive innovation, and help shape the future of Amazon's fulfillment technology.