AmazonSoftware Development Engineer, Navigator
Amazon is hiring a Software Development Engineer, Navigator in Vancouver, Canada. It pays CAD 115k-CAD 192k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
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- Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this software engineer role: aI is not part of the work.
- Tools and skills the posting cites include software engineering, distributed systems and migration.
- Level classifies it as a senior role.
- Level lists 20,000+ other open roles at Amazon.
AI in this role
Design and implement large-scale system migrations and centralized tooling as a Software Development Engineer.
The ideal candidate for this has excellent problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of computer science fundamentals, a customer-focused mindset, and a proven track record of on-time delivery. They are familiar with machine learning, service-oriented architectures, and distributed data and services
Key job responsibilities
- Design and implement end-to-end migration solutions for large, complex codebases and services, including technical planning, architecture decisions, and execution strategies.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to understand migration requirements, identify technical risks, and develop mitigation strategies before they become blockers
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the team's technical excellence.
A day in the life
Your day might start by reviewing migration metrics and code review feedback from your team. You'll spend time designing migration approaches for a new service, documenting technical decisions and trade-offs. In the afternoon, you might pair-program with a junior engineer on a complex migration scenario, then participate in a design review to ensure solutions meet reliability and performance standards. You'll wrap up by diving into a tricky data consistency issue that emerged during testing, working through the solution with your team.
About the team
The Navigator team, within GRID - Builder Foundations is a cross-functional team provides centralized tooling and programs that drive innovation and efficiency across the organization. We work collaboratively to solve complex technical challenges that have significant impact on business outcomes. The team is focused on building scalable solutions that will transform how we operate, creating opportunities for significant growth and improvement. By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to work on high-visibility initiatives that span multiple teams and contribute to long-term strategic goals that will shape the future of our technology landscape.
Basic qualifications
- 3+ years of building production software experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
Preferred qualifications
- 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. As a total compensation company, Amazon's package may include other elements such as sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and other resources to improve health and well-being. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those interviewed will be advised as to hiring status.
CAN, BC, Vancouver - 114,800.00 - 191,800.00 CAD annually
How we rate this
Software Development Engineer, Navigator 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.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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