Director, Software Development Discovery, Fire TV Experience
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Job Location:
Sunnyvale, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
We are looking for a seasoned leader to own the engineering efforts for the team that creates the Discovery Services for Fire TV. As Director of Software - Discovery you are responsible for technical solutions that enable the global Fire TV catalogue (video live channels games apps art music) search and personalization. These services are the foundation of the Fire TV experience and make it this role you will own the engineering activities that are needed to design implement and operate the global catalogue that powers Fire TV sticks Cubes and TVs made by both Amazon and third party TV makers. This role requires understanding of cloud services data science and core engineering operational addition to engineering this role manages the science team that works hand in hand with product and engineering to create the best search and personalization experiences.
Key job responsibilities
Deliver on the discovery roadmap shipping dozens of programs per year
Define the engineering direction of the team
Drive scale required for a fast growing global business
Promote innovation and creativity
Drive strategic thinking on how to develop and deliver on our roadmap and business goals
Define organization structure and operation for a large global team
Deep dive and understand our technical engagement with our Fire TV partners--internal and external
Participate in leadership forums defining the technical roadmap for the business
Communicate across the organization innovation initiatives and technical investments
A day in the life
Your engineering organization will design new capabilities operate the global catalogue and run experiments to test options that improve customer experience. You are a leader of people managers and oversee engineers architects and principal engineers. As a core member of senior staff you have an opportunity to influence the technical direction of the business.
About the team
Our mission is to efficiently launch high quality programs helping scale Fire TV to tens of millions of users. Our culture is one of ownership bias for action and earning trust with our partners--internal and external. The team is organized around regional business targets.
Bachelors degree or higher in Electrical Engineering Computer Science Mathematics or related technical field
10 Years of managing managers experience
10 Years of technology leadership managing engineers and building teams
Proven track record in development and manufacturing of consumer electronic devices
Strong judgement and business acumen in determining strategic vision and running a complex business
Knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the full software development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing and operations
Demonstrated leadership and strong judgement in managing growth and diversity in a fast-expanding organization
MBA or other advanced degree
Proven experience with personalization programs
Extensive TV or related industry experience
Passion for operational excellence
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
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.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Key job responsibilities
Deliver on the discovery roadmap shipping dozens of programs per year
Define the engineering direction of the team
Drive scale required for a fast growing global business
Promote innovation and creativity
Drive strategic thinking on how to develop and deliver on our roadmap and business goals
Define organization structure and operation for a large global team
Deep dive and understand our technical engagement with our Fire TV partners--internal and external
Participate in leadership forums defining the technical roadmap for the business
Communicate across the organization innovation initiatives and technical investments
A day in the life
Your engineering organization will design new capabilities operate the global catalogue and run experiments to test options that improve customer experience. You are a leader of people managers and oversee engineers architects and principal engineers. As a core member of senior staff you have an opportunity to influence the technical direction of the business.
About the team
Our mission is to efficiently launch high quality programs helping scale Fire TV to tens of millions of users. Our culture is one of ownership bias for action and earning trust with our partners--internal and external. The team is organized around regional business targets.
Bachelors degree or higher in Electrical Engineering Computer Science Mathematics or related technical field
10 Years of managing managers experience
10 Years of technology leadership managing engineers and building teams
Proven track record in development and manufacturing of consumer electronic devices
Strong judgement and business acumen in determining strategic vision and running a complex business
Knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the full software development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing and operations
Demonstrated leadership and strong judgement in managing growth and diversity in a fast-expanding organization
MBA or other advanced degree
Proven experience with personalization programs
Extensive TV or related industry experience
Passion for operational excellence
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
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.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at CA Sunnyvale - 297500.00 - 350000.00 USD annually
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- CSS
- InVision
- Balsamiq
- HTML5
- Information Architecture
- Ux
- Usability
- Fireworks
- User Research
- UI
- Axure
- Experience Design
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