Amazon
Software Development Engineer, Content & Royalty Systems
Amazon, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175
Description
At Audible, we believe stories have the power to transform lives. It’s why we work with some of the world’s leading creators to produce and share audio storytelling with our millions of global listeners. We are dreamers and inventors who come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to empower and inspire each other. Imagine your future with us.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
As a Software Development Engineer, it’s up to you to define, design and refine the tech that keeps us one step ahead of listeners. Anticipate. Innovate. Bring challenging ideas and we’ll support you with the latest tech, tools and systems that you need to succeed. You’ll be essential in ensuring the team can reach their potential; working closely with them, reviewing their work, mentoring, and supporting them to develop. Together, you’ll build and maintain our platform to bring thousands of stories to millions of listeners and unleash the power of the human voice.
ABOUT YOU
You feel pride in every step forward, however big, or small; to you, each challenge represents a well-executed venture to support our listeners. If you’re looking to build on your skills and grow into a leader, this is your next step. We look for people who take responsibility, set their standards high and see every failure as an opportunity to learn. You’re looking for an environment where you can thrive. With opportunities to challenge yourself and a talented team by your side, you’ll find what you’re looking for at Audible.
As a Software Development Engineer, you will...
Design, develop, and test software components and applications for a leading global provider of audiobooks
Collaborate on an agile engineering team, writing scalable and maintainable code and influencing team decisions
Collaborate with stakeholders to envision, design, develop, test, and launch customer-centric software solutions
Utilize technology to tackle challenging problems and deliver high-quality code on schedule
Demonstrate proficiency in a wide range of data structures and algorithms, applying them effectively
Independently clarify technical requirements, assess development estimates, and employ diverse design approaches
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Foster continuous improvement in software quality, customer experience, and product maintainability
Mentor and lead developers, fostering curiosity and deep technical understanding
ABOUT AUDIBLE
Audible is the leading producer and provider of audio storytelling. We spark listeners’ imaginations, offering immersive, cinematic experiences full of inspiration and insight to enrich our customers daily lives. Our Hub+Home hybrid workplace model gives employees the flexibility between gathering in a common office space (work from hub) and remote work (work from home). For more information, please visit adbl.co/hybrid.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
Programming experience with one or more modern language (e.g., Java, C++, C#), including object-oriented design
1+ years of experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current system
Experience writing clear, maintainable and extensible code
Preferred Qualifications
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate highly complex and ambiguous situations
Experience building and delivering software systems to internal or external customers
Strong verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective messaging with both technical and non-technical audiences
A high-quality bar: documentation, unit testing, code reviews, test automation, continuous integration & deployment
Enthusiasm for instilling this attitude in others
Adaptable, enterprising, and willing to take ownership
Able to make improvements to the team’s development and testing processes
Able to establish good working relationships with peers
Able to recognize discordant views and take part in constructive dialogue to resolve them
Recent experience with REST API development, microservices, event-driven architecture, and Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Able to mentor teammates on team software, team culture, and customer obsession
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
At Audible, we believe stories have the power to transform lives. It’s why we work with some of the world’s leading creators to produce and share audio storytelling with our millions of global listeners. We are dreamers and inventors who come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to empower and inspire each other. Imagine your future with us.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
As a Software Development Engineer, it’s up to you to define, design and refine the tech that keeps us one step ahead of listeners. Anticipate. Innovate. Bring challenging ideas and we’ll support you with the latest tech, tools and systems that you need to succeed. You’ll be essential in ensuring the team can reach their potential; working closely with them, reviewing their work, mentoring, and supporting them to develop. Together, you’ll build and maintain our platform to bring thousands of stories to millions of listeners and unleash the power of the human voice.
ABOUT YOU
You feel pride in every step forward, however big, or small; to you, each challenge represents a well-executed venture to support our listeners. If you’re looking to build on your skills and grow into a leader, this is your next step. We look for people who take responsibility, set their standards high and see every failure as an opportunity to learn. You’re looking for an environment where you can thrive. With opportunities to challenge yourself and a talented team by your side, you’ll find what you’re looking for at Audible.
As a Software Development Engineer, you will...
Design, develop, and test software components and applications for a leading global provider of audiobooks
Collaborate on an agile engineering team, writing scalable and maintainable code and influencing team decisions
Collaborate with stakeholders to envision, design, develop, test, and launch customer-centric software solutions
Utilize technology to tackle challenging problems and deliver high-quality code on schedule
Demonstrate proficiency in a wide range of data structures and algorithms, applying them effectively
Independently clarify technical requirements, assess development estimates, and employ diverse design approaches
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Foster continuous improvement in software quality, customer experience, and product maintainability
Mentor and lead developers, fostering curiosity and deep technical understanding
ABOUT AUDIBLE
Audible is the leading producer and provider of audio storytelling. We spark listeners’ imaginations, offering immersive, cinematic experiences full of inspiration and insight to enrich our customers daily lives. Our Hub+Home hybrid workplace model gives employees the flexibility between gathering in a common office space (work from hub) and remote work (work from home). For more information, please visit adbl.co/hybrid.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
Programming experience with one or more modern language (e.g., Java, C++, C#), including object-oriented design
1+ years of experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current system
Experience writing clear, maintainable and extensible code
Preferred Qualifications
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate highly complex and ambiguous situations
Experience building and delivering software systems to internal or external customers
Strong verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective messaging with both technical and non-technical audiences
A high-quality bar: documentation, unit testing, code reviews, test automation, continuous integration & deployment
Enthusiasm for instilling this attitude in others
Adaptable, enterprising, and willing to take ownership
Able to make improvements to the team’s development and testing processes
Able to establish good working relationships with peers
Able to recognize discordant views and take part in constructive dialogue to resolve them
Recent experience with REST API development, microservices, event-driven architecture, and Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Able to mentor teammates on team software, team culture, and customer obsession
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.