Software Development Engineer

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Are you interested in building the next generation Supply Chain Management (SCM) systems that power the AWS cloud? Do you want to revolutionize the way we plan the gears that form the foundation of AWS? Do you want to have direct and immediate impact on millions of customers who use AWS every day?

The forecast and inventory optimization group within AWS infrastructure is building a new suite of tools to automate all AWS supply chain planning. We are responsible for generating or converting forecast, finding the right levels of inventory to maintain in different parts of our supply and placing orders to replenish this inventory as well. The solutions we develop are scalable to sustain rapid AWS growth, and also flexible to support the evolving AWS supply chain. Our planning systems are responsible for billions of dollars in capital and the ultimate success of our core cloud business.

We are looking for experienced engineers who are excited about building industry leading, next generation SCM systems for the AWS cloud on the AWS cloud. You will be part of the team that researched, architects, designs, and implements highly scalable distributed systems that provide availability, scalability and latency guarantees. This is a hands on position where you will be asked to do everything from building rock-solid software components to working with scientists and other engineers. You need to not only be a top software developer with a good track record of delivering, but also excel in communication, leadership and customer focus. This is a unique and rare opportunity to get in on the ground floor and help shape the cloud SCM technology, product and business. A successful candidate will bring deep technical and software expertise and ability to work within a fast moving, startup environment in a large company to deliver solid code that has a broad business impact.

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.

Desired profile

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

· 5+ year's overall development experience.
· Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent - Masters in CS preferred.
· Advanced development skills in Java or C/C++, preferably on a Linux/Unix platform.
· Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, state machines and distributed systems.