Sr Software Development Engineer, Inventory Genealogy

Amazon's Inventory Genealogy team is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer (SDE3) to lead their mission-critical Genealogy platform development. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of Amazon's inventory management systems, focusing on sophisticated root cause analysis and process-level insights.

The position involves architecting and developing a cutting-edge knowledge graph system that tracks inventory throughout Amazon's vast fulfillment network. You'll be responsible for handling approximately 1 billion daily inventory events, requiring expertise in big data technologies and scalable storage solutions. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, as you'll be building high-performance APIs and analytics tools for defect identification while ensuring robust data security and compliance.

As a senior leader, you'll have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, drive architectural decisions, and define the technical roadmap for the team. The role requires a strong background in big data analytics and infrastructure, capable of handling terabytes of data daily. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies and be responsible for designing and implementing scalable solutions that directly impact Amazon's operational efficiency.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 per year, depending on location and experience, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k), and parental leave options. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned engineer looking to make a significant impact at scale, working with one of the world's largest e-commerce platforms.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of professional software development experience, strong leadership skills, and expertise in system architecture and design patterns. You'll be joining a dynamic team focused on innovation and technical excellence, with the chance to solve complex problems that affect millions of customers worldwide. If you're passionate about big data, distributed systems, and want to work on technology that operates at Amazon's scale, this role offers the perfect challenge.