Software Development Engineer, Amazon

The Middle-Mile Transportation Technology team at Amazon is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join their Planning and Network team. This role focuses on building critical systems that optimize Amazon's global middle-mile freight network through sophisticated planning and algorithms. The position offers a unique opportunity to work on complex NP-Hard problems that directly impact Amazon's transportation costs and efficiency.

The role involves developing scalable systems that create optimal freight movement plans while considering multiple constraints such as demand, supply, and cost minimization. You'll work closely with research scientists to develop and tune algorithms, collaborate with stakeholders to model planning components, and build systems that contribute to a planning flywheel optimizing performance, cost, and delivery experience.

As a Software Development Engineer, you'll be instrumental in shaping the product direction and working with various tech teams to model and automate inputs for carrier supply, costs, transit times, and distances. The work extends beyond road transportation to include Air, Rail, and Ocean, contributing to Amazon's vision of a truly multi-modal global transportation network.

The ideal candidate will have strong software development experience, with a focus on distributed systems and scalable architecture. You'll be expected to maintain high coding standards, participate in code reviews, and mentor junior engineers. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location and experience, plus comprehensive benefits and potential equity compensation.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about solving complex logistical challenges at scale, who want to make a significant impact on Amazon's global transportation infrastructure. The role combines technical expertise with business impact, offering exposure to cutting-edge technology and the chance to work on systems that save millions in freight movements.