Software Development Engineer Amazon Music App Foundry

Amazon Music is an immersive audio entertainment service that deepens connections between fans artists and creators. From personalized music playlists to exclusive podcasts concert livestreams to artist merch Amazon Music is innovating at some of the most exciting intersections of music and culture. We offer experiences that serve all listeners with our different tiers of service: Prime members get access to all the music in shuffle mode and top adfree podcasts included with their membership; customers can upgrade to Amazon Music Unlimited for unlimited ondemand access to 100 million songs including millions in HD Ultra HD and spatial audio; and anyone can listen for free by downloading the Amazon Music app or via Alexaenabled devices. Join us for the opportunity to influence how Amazon Music engages fans artists and creators on a global scale.

Love music Want to build consumerfacing products that touch the lives of millions of people Combine your passions and come reinvent music listening with us! Were working hard having fun and making history here at Amazon Music.

We are seeking a Software Engineer with C experience developing Linux audio or video players who has the passion to build the best music experience for millions of customers around the world. You have strong problem solving skills an ownership mentality and a proven track record of delivering results. You have experience in system design analysis and operational root cause analysis. You know how to deliver on projects working independently and as part of a team. You enjoy resolving ambiguity and experimenting with new ideas. Your writing and communications skills are excellent; you know how to present your ideas to developers and leadership. Youll also be coaching other engineers developing engineering and operational processes and encouraging excellence within the team.

If this sounds like something youd love then come help us build a great music streaming product!

Key job responsibilities
Implement new audio capabilities and improve the C Playback engine that powers HD audio in the Amazon Music Mobile Tablet and TV clients.
Work to develop custom audio integrations in auto and TV to expand Music across ecosystems and drive the business forward.
Grow your experience developing on mobile and other embedded devices.
In this role you can have a big impact across Music collaborating cross functionally with other teams.
You will architect and implement robust scalable code using patterns and engineering best practices.
You will provide technical leadership and help with operational support to drive exceptional customer experiences and team success.


3 years of computer science fundamentals (objectoriented design data structures algorithm design problem solving and complexity analysis) experience
3 years of noninternship professional software development experience with audio or video players in C

3 years of full software development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing and operations experience
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent
Previous tech lead experience

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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 Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $129300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $223600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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 please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.