Software Development Engineer, Amazon Compensation Technology

The Amazon Compensation Technology (ACT) team plays a crucial role in impacting every Amazon employee globally through its compensation systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on one of the most complex compensation systems worldwide, using native AWS technologies.

As a Software Development Engineer on the ACT team, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing solutions that define how Amazon handles critical employee compensation processes. The role involves working with product managers and the Compensation and Benefits team to translate complex business logic into scalable code.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading architecture and design decisions for critical systems
• Writing significant portions of critical-path code
• Full stack software development using AWS technologies
• Collaborating with product managers and stakeholders
• Providing on-call support for ACT systems
• Mentoring junior engineers

The team's mission is to enable Amazon to attract, motivate, and retain talent by managing all compensation change activities for global employees. You'll work on systems that provide clear understanding of compensation calculations, adjustment processes, and impacts, while delivering essential reporting and insights for policy evolution.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 per year based on location, plus equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive benefits. You'll be joining a talented and dedicated team that values collaboration and innovation while working on systems that directly impact every Amazon employee's experience.