Software Development Engineer, Alexa Smart Home

Global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, AI, and smart home devices.
$129,300 - $223,600
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
AI · Consumer · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Software Development Engineer, Alexa Smart Home

The Alexa Smart Home Cameras team at Amazon is seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer to join their innovative IoT-focused team. This role is crucial in developing technology that enables Alexa's visual capabilities in customers' homes, including features like camera viewing and smart doorbell integration. The team works with both Amazon's own products (Ring, Blink) and third-party partners, developing solutions across Computer Vision, media streaming, and real-time communication.

The position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that directly impacts millions of users' daily lives. You'll be developing applications for Echo and FireTV devices, working with streaming technologies, and building APIs that power smart home integrations. The role requires a blend of technical expertise in software development, system architecture, and media technologies.

The compensation is highly competitive, ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus additional benefits including equity and comprehensive medical coverage. You'll be working in a collaborative environment with opportunities to mentor others and grow as a technical leader.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, is comfortable with ambiguity, and is passionate about creating innovative solutions in the smart home space. The role offers exposure to various technologies including ML/AI, media streaming, and real-time communication, making it perfect for engineers looking to work on impactful consumer technology products.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer, Alexa Smart Home

  • Build and maintain reliable, high-performance applications for Amazon devices
  • Design and code solutions for broadly defined problems
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
  • Work in an agile environment to deliver high-quality software
  • Mentor junior engineers
  • Build Cameras customer experience on Echo and FireTV devices

Requirements For Software Development Engineer, Alexa Smart Home

Java
JavaScript
React
  • 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of design or architecture experience
  • Experience programming with at least one software programming language
  • Proven device-side software development experience
  • Experience in video and audio coding standards and streaming technologies
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred)
  • Experience with full software development life cycle (preferred)

Benefits For Software Development Engineer, Alexa Smart Home

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Equity compensation

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