Jr. Software Development Engineer - Tempe, AZ, Jr. Developer Program

Amazon is looking for a highly-motivated Jr. Software Development Engineer (SDE)! Jr. SDEs write real software and collaborate with experienced software engineers who provide guidance and opportunities for ownership on projects that matter to our customers. As a year-round intern Jr. SDEs become fully integrated into their teams and regularly contribute to impactful deliverables. Your design and code will contribute to solving some of Amazons most complex technical challenges.

The Jr. SDE role is part of Amazons Jr Developer Program - a year-round internship opportunity that offers a symbiotic relationship between work and school. Jrs. receive 1:1 mentoring throughout their time in the program receiving guidance and insight from a full-time Amazonian on their team. Because of the internships extended tenure our Jrs. become immersed in an Amazon team and gain real-life technical experience. Flexible part-time schedules during the school year and full-time employment over the summer creates an environment where students can succeed in both their work and their education. Tempe has an established population of Jrs. allowing for deep connections with fellow students engaged in similar roles.

Our team is currently looking for students to start with our January 2026 cohort.

Upon successful completion of the Jr. Developer Program the opportunity for full-time employment may be available at an Amazon corporate site.

Role Highlights:
Part-time work during the school year (16 hours/week)
Full-time work during the summer (40 hours/week)
1:1 mentoring with an experienced Software Engineer
Effective performance management and integrated opportunities for growth

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university Bachelors or Masters degree program.
Majoring in Computer Science Software Engineering or related STEM field.
Graduating June 2027 and beyond.
Ability to work year-round until graduation (part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer).
This role is not offered as remote or hybrid and working hours must be conducted in person at our corporate office in Tempe AZ.
Candidates must be living within commutable distance to Tempe AZ and able to work in-person year-round.
Able to start working with the January 2026 cohort.
Programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java Python or C including object-oriented design.

Previous technical internship(s) if applicable.
Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions.
Adept at handling ambiguous or undefined problems as well as ability to think abstractly.

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

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $16.83/hr in our lowest geographic market up to $75.63/hr in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent 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 please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.