Software Development Engineer, E-reader products
Have you ever wanted to be part of a team that builds a highly efficient operating system for E-readers? Amazon's E-reader device team owns new device launches, the Linux tech stack (C/C++), 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 to create 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 enables builders to 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 the Kindle E-reader family. Our goal is to make it fast, easy, and low-cost for our internal application developers to build features and release them on our E-reader. You will tackle challenging, novel situations every day and, given the size of this initiative, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams across Amazon. You should be comfortable with the depth you need to dive into as we solve deep operating system-level problems! We will need to tackle problems that span a variety of domains: software, hardware, as well as automation. You will design and develop critical components in the operating system as well as low-level components in the E-reader that make the product a performant, secure, and power-optimized device. You will also write applications on top of our unique Kindle Operating System. Along the way, you’ll learn a ton, have fun, and make a positive impact on millions of people. You are proficient in C/C++ to understand the internals of the operating system in E-readers. If you know React Native, it will be a bonus as you can also write applications for the E-reader. Collaborate with experienced Amazonians to conceive, design, and bring innovative components to the E-reader. Architect and design secure software that protects customer data stored on the devices. Identify what it means to keep the software stack up-to-date while keeping an eye on advancements in both hardware and software.
A day in the life
In this role, you will be actively engaged in developing and writing applications based on C/C++ and React Native. You will be contacted by many Amazonians as they deploy their software on the E-reader. You will also be a lead engineer guiding junior members in this role.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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 Experience programming with at least one software programming language Experience in C/C++
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience Bachelor's 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
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Have you ever wanted to be part of a team that builds a highly efficient operating system for E-readers? Amazon's E-reader device team owns new device launches, the Linux tech stack (C/C++), 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 to create 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 enables builders to 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 the Kindle E-reader family. Our goal is to make it fast, easy, and low-cost for our internal application developers to build features and release them on our E-reader. You will tackle challenging, novel situations every day and, given the size of this initiative, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams across Amazon. You should be comfortable with the depth you need to dive into as we solve deep operating system-level problems! We will need to tackle problems that span a variety of domains: software, hardware, as well as automation. You will design and develop critical components in the operating system as well as low-level components in the E-reader that make the product a performant, secure, and power-optimized device. You will also write applications on top of our unique Kindle Operating System. Along the way, you’ll learn a ton, have fun, and make a positive impact on millions of people. You are proficient in C/C++ to understand the internals of the operating system in E-readers. If you know React Native, it will be a bonus as you can also write applications for the E-reader. Collaborate with experienced Amazonians to conceive, design, and bring innovative components to the E-reader. Architect and design secure software that protects customer data stored on the devices. Identify what it means to keep the software stack up-to-date while keeping an eye on advancements in both hardware and software.
A day in the life
In this role, you will be actively engaged in developing and writing applications based on C/C++ and React Native. You will be contacted by many Amazonians as they deploy their software on the E-reader. You will also be a lead engineer guiding junior members in this role.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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 Experience programming with at least one software programming language Experience in C/C++
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience Bachelor's 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
this link
for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 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.
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