Software Development Engineer - Prime Video Linear, Prime Video

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

Description For Software Development Engineer - Prime Video Linear, Prime Video

Prime Video is revolutionizing the streaming landscape with its Linear TV (LEX) team, focusing on delivering exceptional 24/7 television experiences across all platforms. This role sits within the Living Room LEX team, responsible for crafting immersive experiences for Web and 3P Living Room devices including Smart TVs, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. The position offers an opportunity to work on features that directly impact millions of customers' Live TV viewing experience.

The team is tackling complex challenges in optimizing performance for resource-constrained devices while delivering high-quality, consistent viewing experiences. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies in video streaming, building sophisticated program guides, and implementing efficient rendering techniques. The role combines technical expertise in frontend development with an understanding of TV platform specifics and user experience optimization.

As part of Amazon's Prime Video division, you'll be contributing to one of the fastest-growing segments in streaming media. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus comprehensive benefits including equity and sign-on payments. You'll be working in a collaborative environment, partnering with UX designers and backend teams to create innovative solutions for the future of television viewing.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about creating seamless user experiences and solving complex technical challenges in the streaming media space. You'll be part of a team that's driving innovation in how millions of customers discover and enjoy live content, with the backing of Amazon's resources and scale. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to make a real impact on the future of television viewing experiences.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer - Prime Video Linear, Prime Video

  • Design and implement Linear TV experiences for Web and 3PLR platforms
  • Build performant UI components optimized for TV navigation
  • Create sophisticated program guides and channel browsing experiences
  • Implement efficient rendering techniques for resource-constrained devices
  • Optimize application startup time and runtime performance
  • Work with partner teams to integrate backend services and APIs
  • Ensure consistent behavior across different TV platforms and browsers
  • Create reusable components for Prime Video living room apps
  • Collaborate with UX designers to implement 10-foot UI experiences
  • Drive improvements in app stability and performance metrics

Requirements For Software Development Engineer - Prime Video Linear, Prime Video

JavaScript
TypeScript
Java
Rust
  • 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of design or architecture experience
  • Experience programming with at least one software programming language
  • Strong experience in Rust, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript and modern web frameworks
  • Experience with TV app development and complex state management
  • Knowledge of video playback, DRM and streaming technologies
  • Understanding of TV platform limitations and optimization techniques
  • Experience with cross-platform development and browser compatibility
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred)
  • Experience with full software development life cycle (preferred)

Benefits For Software Development Engineer - Prime Video Linear, Prime Video

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
  • Full range of medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity
  • Sign-on payments

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