Manager III, Tech Program Mgt (AMZ1531979)

Amazon is hiring a Manager III, Tech Program Mgt (AMZ1531979) in Sunnyvale, United States. It pays $207k-$255k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.

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Manager of technical program management leading development of large-scale distributed software applications and devices.

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Coordinate and manage team responsible for technical project and program development of large-scale, distributed software applications, devices, systems, platforms, services, or technologies using Object Oriented coding and design (Java, Android, C++, Perl, HTML) throughout the complete software development lifecycle, from design through release. Define projects, collect business requirements, and write functional and technical specifications. Drive software and hardware development efforts and manage priorities for project/program completion, including post-completion support and software application and device performance tuning. Create schedules, identify and communicate risks to stakeholders, define risk mitigation strategies, and facilitate appropriate software engineering solutions. Manage cross-functional teams and/or third party-vendors for implementation of project/program requirements. (AMZ1531979).
Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.
40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Salary Range: $206,821 - $254,500/yr.

Basic qualifications

Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field and one year of experience in the job offered or as a Project Lead, Product Manager, Software Engineer, or a related occupation. Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field and five years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation as equivalent to the Master's degree and one year of experience.

Must have one year of experience in the following skill(s):

• Managing technical projects from design to release for large-scale software applications;
• Software application performance tuning;
• Hands-on Object Oriented coding and design using C++, C# or Java;
• Hardware development lifecycle; and
• Android app development (Kotlin or Java).

Must have six months of experience in the following skill:

• People management or team leadership role.

Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training or experience.

Amazon is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, visit: www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits#0000.
Multiple Positions available.

Preferred qualifications

Please see Job Description and the Minimum requirements above

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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Manager III, Tech Program Mgt (AMZ1531979) at Amazon rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

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Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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Key facts

Manager III, Tech Program Mgt (AMZ1531979) is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $207k-$255k a year.
The role is based in US, CA, Sunnyvale.
The job was posted on August 7, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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Software DevelopmentProgram ManagementObject Oriented DesignPerformance TuningJavaCAndroidPerl

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