Software Development Engineer, E-reader

Have you ever wanted to be part of a team that builds highly efficient operating system for E-reader Amazons E-reader device team owns new device launch linux tech stack(C/C) kindle cloud services and the low-level components that make the device energy efficient with weeks of battery life. We recently launched Kindle Scribe a larger form factor device that now unlocks reading as well as taking notes.

Are you looking at creating value for millions of customers as we launch more E-readers with additional capabilities Do you want to work at a company where you are the owner where you are encouraged to build and where you have the autonomy to push boundaries Do you have a passion for creating an operating system that is an enabler for builders that create applications on top of it This describes your daily journey. Are you ready Then join us!

Key job responsibilities
As a Software Development Engineer you will own adding capabilities as we unlock more features on Kindle E-reader family.
You will tackle challenging novel situations every day and given the size of this initiative youll have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams across Amazon.
We will need to tackle problems that span a variety of domains:
You design and develop the critical components in the kindle cloud services ecosystem to extend kindle product line to support new use-cases.
Along the way youll learn a ton have fun and make a positive impact on millions of people.
Collaborate with experienced Amazonians to conceive design and bring innovative components in E-reader
Architect and design a secure software that protects customer data
Identify what it means to keep the software stack up-to-date keeping an eye on advancements in software.

- 3 years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2 years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- 3 years of Video Games Industry (supporting title Development Release or Live Ops) experience
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language

- 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

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.