Software Development Engineer III, Contribution and Item Pipelines

Amazon is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join their Contribution and Item Pipelines team, a core component of Amazon's E-Commerce platform. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on unprecedented software development challenges in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

The position focuses on developing and maintaining critical services that process vast amounts of item information from millions of merchants across Amazon's global marketplace. You'll be responsible for managing a catalog system that handles billions of products and processes hundreds of millions of real-time updates daily, requiring exceptional expertise in distributed systems architecture.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong background in designing and implementing scalable, high-throughput, and fault-tolerant systems. You'll need to demonstrate leadership experience, either as a tech lead or engineering team leader, and have a proven track record of mentoring other developers.

This role offers a compelling blend of complex technical challenges and business impact. You'll be working alongside top-tier software developers, translating high-level business requirements into robust software solutions that power one of the world's largest e-commerce platforms. The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 based on location, plus additional benefits including equity, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

The position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and offers the opportunity to work on systems that directly impact millions of merchants and customers worldwide. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and the ability to solve complex problems at scale. If you're passionate about distributed systems, enjoy technical leadership, and want to make a significant impact on global e-commerce infrastructure, this role presents an excellent opportunity for career growth and technical challenges.