Software Development Engineer II, Special Projects

Global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
$129,300 - $223,600
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Software Development Engineer II, Special Projects

Join Amazon's Special Projects team, where innovation meets scale in creating entirely new products and services that positively impact customers' lives. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking initiatives with no boundaries on industries or subject areas. As an SDE II, you'll collaborate closely with scientists and cross-functional teams, focusing on data services and pipelines.

The team operates in a fast-paced, Agile environment with minimal bureaucracy and operational overhead. You'll be part of Amazon's culture of inclusion, supported by 13 employee-led affinity groups with 40,000 members globally. The position emphasizes work-life balance, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.

Your responsibilities include designing new systems, upgrading existing services, and providing operational support. The role requires strong problem-solving skills, independent thinking, and the ability to translate complex requirements into valuable solutions. You'll be working in an environment that embraces Amazon's leadership principles, particularly 'Think Big' and 'Learn and Be Curious.'

The compensation package is 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 entrepreneurs, builders, and dreamers who want to make a significant impact while working with cutting-edge technologies at one of the world's most innovative companies.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer II, Special Projects

  • Work closely with scientists from various domains
  • Clarify requirements and design new systems
  • Upgrade existing services
  • Provide operational support to mitigate issues
  • Work with data services and pipelines

Requirements For Software Development Engineer II, Special Projects

  • 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, Special Projects

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

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