Technical Program Manager III - AMZ26509.1

Amazon is hiring a Technical Program Manager III - AMZ26509.1 in Arlington, United States. It pays $155k-$201k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.

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On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
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Manage technical project and program development of large-scale distributed software applications and systems for Amazon.

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Employer: Amazon.com Services LLC
Position: Technical Program Manager III - AMZ26509.1
Location: Arlington, VA

Multiple Positions Available:

Coordinate and manage technical project and program development of large-scale, distributed software applications, systems, platforms, services, or technologies using Object Oriented coding and design (Java, 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 development efforts and manage priorities for project/program completion, including software application 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.

(40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $154785 - $201200)

Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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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; and hands-on Object Oriented coding and design using C++, C# or Java.

The pay range for this position in Arlington, VA is $154785 - $201200 (yr); however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided by Virginia Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via Amazon's internal or external careers site.

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Preferred qualifications

All applicants must meet all the above listed requirements.

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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.

How we rate this

Technical Program Manager III - AMZ26509.1 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.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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Key facts

Technical Program Manager III - AMZ26509.1 is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $155k-$201k a year.
The role is based in US, VA, Arlington.
The job was posted on October 29, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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What's a project where you used Java hands-on?
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