Sr. Software Development Engineer, Kindle

Global technology company pioneering e-commerce, cloud computing, and digital reading experiences.
Mobile
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Consumer · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr. Software Development Engineer, Kindle

Amazon's Kindle Reader organization is seeking exceptional software engineers to revolutionize the reading experience for millions of customers worldwide. As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you'll join a dynamic team focused on innovating mobile reading experiences across iOS, Android, and E-Reader platforms. You'll collaborate with world-class engineers and business leaders while architecting solutions that shape the future of digital reading.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly affect millions of Amazon customers. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing critical features for the Kindle ecosystem, leading architectural decisions, and mentoring other team members. The position requires strong technical expertise in mobile development and system architecture, combined with leadership skills to guide team initiatives.

Working at Amazon means joining a culture of innovation where your contributions will help shape how people worldwide consume digital content. The Kindle team is known for its customer-obsessed approach and technical excellence. You'll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving complex challenges in content delivery, user experience, and cross-platform development.

The ideal candidate brings both technical depth and leadership experience, with a proven track record of delivering mission-critical, high-volume applications. You'll be empowered to think big and drive significant technical decisions that impact the entire Kindle reading experience. This role offers excellent growth opportunities and the chance to work on technology that makes reading more accessible and enjoyable for people around the globe.

Join us in building the future of digital reading at Amazon, where you'll have the resources and support of a global technology leader, combined with the agility and innovation of a customer-focused team. Your work will directly influence how millions of people discover and enjoy books in the digital age.

Last updated 15 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Software Development Engineer, Kindle

  • Design and architect Kindle Reader iOS, Android app and E-Reader software
  • Drive architecture decisions for Kindle Library and cross OS development
  • Develop platform for Amazon partner teams to innovate reader experiences
  • Lead design and architecture of new and existing systems
  • Mentor and provide technical leadership

Requirements For Sr. Software Development Engineer, Kindle

Java
Kotlin
  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of programming experience with at least one programming language
  • 5+ 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, and source control management
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent (preferred)

Benefits For Sr. Software Development Engineer, Kindle

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Workplace accommodation available for disabilities
  • Inclusive culture

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