Sr. Software Development Engineer, Alexa Daily Essentials

Global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence
$150,700 - $251,700
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
AI · Consumer

Description For Sr. Software Development Engineer, Alexa Daily Essentials

Amazon's Alexa Daily Essentials team is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join their innovative division focused on making household life more convenient through Alexa technology. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on features that directly impact millions of Alexa users worldwide.

As a Senior SDE, you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing solutions that enhance how Alexa understands and supports daily household routines. The position requires a blend of technical expertise and leadership skills, as you'll be responsible for both system architecture and mentoring junior team members.

The role offers significant technical challenges, working with Amazon's cutting-edge AI technology while building scalable solutions for a global user base. You'll be collaborating with multiple teams across the Alexa ecosystem, influencing strategic decisions, and defining the technical roadmap for future developments.

This position is ideal for experienced engineers who are passionate about creating user-centric solutions and have a proven track record of leading technical initiatives. You'll be working in Vancouver, one of Amazon's key tech hubs, with competitive compensation ranging from $150,700 to $251,700 per year, plus additional benefits including equity and sign-on bonuses.

The role requires 7+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong background in system architecture and team leadership. You'll be expected to take a pragmatic approach to software development, balancing rapid iteration with sustainable, scalable solutions.

Working at Amazon means joining one of the world's most innovative companies, with excellent benefits, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work on products that impact millions of users daily. The Alexa team is known for its fast-paced, innovation-driven culture, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the AI and consumer technology space.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Software Development Engineer, Alexa Daily Essentials

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy solutions for Alexa Daily Essentials customers
  • Collaborate with Alexa Daily Essentials domains and other teams
  • Influence overall strategy and define team roadmap
  • Drive system architecture
  • Spearhead best practices for quality products
  • Coach and develop junior engineers
  • Build new services and experiences from ground up
  • Lead technical design, architecture, and implementation of Alexa features

Requirements For Sr. Software Development Engineer, Alexa Daily Essentials

  • 7+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 7+ years of programming with at least one software programming language
  • 7+ years of leading design or architecture experience
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
  • Experience with full software development life cycle
  • Knowledge of coding standards, code reviews, source control management
  • Experience with build processes, testing, and operations

Benefits For Sr. Software Development Engineer, Alexa Daily Essentials

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

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