Amazon's Prime Video Ads team is seeking a Software Development Engineer II to join their innovative streaming technology division. This role sits at the intersection of entertainment and technology, working on services that power ad delivery for one of the world's largest streaming platforms. The team is responsible for integrating with ad decision systems and handling dynamic transcoding and stitching of ad creatives using client/server side ad insertion across various streaming protocols.
The position offers unique challenges in building high-throughput, low-latency systems that process millions of transactions per second while maintaining exceptional reliability. You'll be working on technology that powered major initiatives like Thursday Night Football and CBS All Access on Prime Video, directly impacting how millions of customers consume content worldwide.
As part of a growing team, you'll have the opportunity to shape the architecture and future of video advertising technology, working with cutting-edge AWS services and internal technologies. The role requires strong technical expertise in distributed systems and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges at scale.
The ideal candidate will bring 3+ years of professional software development experience and a strong background in system design and architecture. You'll be joining a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and customer obsession, working in an environment that offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
This is an excellent opportunity for engineers who want to make a significant impact on the future of streaming technology while working with some of the most advanced cloud infrastructure in the industry. The role offers exposure to both technical challenges and business-critical systems that directly affect Amazon's growing streaming media business.