Software Development Engineer, Amazon Compensation Technology

Amazon Compensation Technology (ACT) team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of critical compensation systems that impact every Amazon employee globally. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on one of the most complex compensation systems worldwide using native AWS technologies.

The position combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing solutions that manage compensation changes for Amazon's global workforce, working directly with product managers and the Compensation and Benefits team to translate complex business requirements into scalable software solutions.

As a senior engineer, you'll have significant influence over architectural decisions and technical strategy, while also mentoring junior team members. The role involves full-stack development using AWS technologies, participating in an agile development environment, and ensuring high system reliability through on-call support rotations.

The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus equity, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a direct impact on Amazon's employee experience while working with cutting-edge cloud technologies.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of professional software development experience, strong system design skills, and a track record of delivering large-scale solutions. You'll be joining a talented and dedicated team that enables Amazon's goal of attracting, motivating, and retaining top talent through effective compensation management systems.

This role offers the chance to work on business-critical systems, influence company-wide technology decisions, and build solutions that directly affect the lives of hundreds of thousands of Amazon employees. If you're passionate about complex systems, scalable architecture, and making a meaningful impact, this role provides an excellent opportunity to advance your career while working on challenging technical problems.