Software Development Engineer, E-reader products

Amazon's E-reader device team is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join their innovative team working on the Kindle family of products. This role focuses on building highly efficient operating systems for E-readers, including the recently launched Kindle Scribe. The position involves working with Linux tech stack (C/C++) and developing low-level components that ensure energy efficiency and weeks-long battery life.

As a Software Development Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of adding new capabilities to the Kindle E-reader family, making it faster and easier for internal developers to build and release features. You'll work with multiple technical teams across Amazon, diving deep into operating system level problems and tackling challenges across software, hardware, and automation domains.

The role requires expertise in C/C++ for understanding operating system internals, with React Native knowledge being a bonus for application development. You'll be responsible for designing secure software that protects customer data, maintaining software stack updates, and collaborating with experienced team members to bring innovative solutions to millions of users.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about operating systems, embedded development, and creating technology that directly impacts millions of customers. You'll work in an environment that encourages ownership, innovation, and pushing boundaries while being part of a team that values both technical excellence and customer experience.

The position offers the chance to work on cutting-edge E-reader technology, collaborate with talented engineers, and contribute to products that combine reading and note-taking capabilities. If you're excited about creating efficient, secure, and user-friendly operating systems while working with a leading technology company, this role at Amazon's E-reader team could be your next career step.