Software Development Engineer - II, Prime Air

Global technology company pioneering advancements in e-commerce, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence
$129,300 - $223,600
Cloud
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
AI · Logistics · Robotics

Description For Software Development Engineer - II, Prime Air

Amazon Prime Air is at the forefront of revolutionary delivery technology, focusing on developing autonomous drone delivery systems to get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and safely in less than an hour. The team consists of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists working on cutting-edge delivery solutions.

As a Software Development Engineer II in the Prime Air team, you'll be working on critical services and tools that govern air traffic flow for autonomous drones. Your role will specifically focus on the scheduling and orchestration of autonomous drone take-off and landing, as well as managing in-air communication to ensure safe separation between aircraft sharing Prime Air's airspace.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technologies and solve real-world delivery challenges. You'll be part of a team that values innovation and technical excellence, working alongside top-notch developers and research teams. The role combines cloud service development with autonomous systems, making it perfect for engineers who love tackling complex technical challenges.

Amazon offers a competitive compensation package that includes a base salary range of $129,300 to $223,600 depending on location, plus equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive benefits. The company strongly values diversity and inclusion, providing an inclusive culture that empowers employees to deliver the best results for customers.

If you're passionate about innovative technology, autonomous systems, and want to be part of shaping the future of delivery, this role offers an unparalleled opportunity to make history with Amazon Prime Air.

Last updated 15 hours ago

Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer - II, Prime Air

  • Develop cloud services and developer tools
  • Work on services governing air traffic flow for autonomous drones
  • Handle scheduling and orchestration of autonomous drone take-off and landing
  • Manage in-air communication to maximize separation between airborne aircraft
  • Collaborate with research teams and top-notch developers

Requirements For Software Development Engineer - II, Prime Air

Java
Python
Go
  • 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture experience
  • Experience programming with at least one software programming language
  • Experience with design patterns, reliability and scaling of new and existing systems

Benefits For Software Development Engineer - II, Prime Air

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity
  • Sign-on payments
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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