Job Description
Employer: Amazon.com Services LLC
Location: Remote / Colorado, USA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
Amazon Prime Video is seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer to help create the best in-home and in-car entertainment experiences on Fire TV. This role involves designing and building Android & React Native applications and integrating with AWS backend services.
Fire TV drives over 21% of monthly active Prime Video users globally, reaching tens of millions of customers. You will work on a confidential new product, collaborating across multiple teams and services to deliver an innovative experience. The ideal candidate is an innovative self-starter capable of contributing both as an individual and a technical lead.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop scalable, distributed software solutions and implement best practices.
- Choose appropriate technologies and design features that delight customers.
- Drive the architecture, testing, and documentation of software systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality video experiences.
- Operate with flexibility and ownership in ambiguous environments, rapidly prototyping solutions.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to peers.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- 1+ years of professional software development experience.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language.
- Strong technical communication skills for peers and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in designing and implementing large-scale software solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
- MS or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Experience in Android, React, or React Native application development.
- Familiarity with modern programming languages: Java, JavaScript, C++, Python, Kotlin.
- Experience with software architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling.
- Demonstrated ability to innovate and influence large-scale software systems.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Pay: $110K – $160K/year (Colorado)
- Total Compensation: $160K – $230K/year (including sign-on bonus and RSUs)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
- Opportunity to work remotely or on-site, depending on business needs.
About the Team
The Prime Video Fire TV team owns the browse, purchase, and discovery experiences on Fire TV. You will collaborate with engineers, UX designers, and product managers to deliver world-class video content experiences for millions of customers worldwide.