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Software Development Engineer II, AFT Inbound

Amazon.com Inc

  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago

    Highlights

    Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT) powers the physical engine at the heart of Amazon by building the software, hardware, and processes that run a global network of fulfillment centers that move billions of units of inventory and ensure customers get what they want when promised. AFT"s Inbound team delivers innovative solutions to automatically receive and process billions of units of inventory from Amazon"s vendors and third-party sellers worldwide, making merchandise quickly available to customers.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationArlington, VA
    IndustryRetail
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Year Founded1994
    Websitehttp://Amazon.com/militaryroles

    Description

    Are you seeking an environment where you can apply state-of-the-art computer science techniques, data-driven decision making, and problem solving skills in a real world setting? Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT) powers the physical engine at the heart of Amazon by building the software, hardware, and processes that run a global network of fulfillment centers that move billions of units of inventory and ensure customers get what they want when promised.

    We"re looking for a builder of products-an inventive, results-oriented engineer to develop large-scale, distributed systems that optimize AFT Inbound freight receive. You"ll interface with the physical world including conveyors and robots, and your systems will be used by thousands of associates to delight millions of customers. You"ll engage multiple teams to design, develop, and support large-scale, multi-tiered software applications and tools that solve complex problems in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

    Key job responsibilities

    • Design and develop large-scale, reliable, fault-tolerant distributed systems that optimize fulfillment of customer orders across Amazon"s global fulfillment network
    • Contribute significantly to the full software development lifecycle, including scoping, design, implementation, code review, testing, deployment, and maintenance of team software
    • Build software solutions integrating with the physical world, including conveyors , ensuring systems are used effectively by thousands of associates
    • Work with customers, stakeholders, and peers to understand business and customer value, ensuring delivery of the right solutions while balancing customer and team requirements
    • Demonstrate operational excellence by actively supporting your team, identifying root causes of operational issues, and executing opportunities to improve team operations and software quality

    A day in the life

    You"ll be part of the AFT Tech Team developing distributed systems that orchestrate the flow of billions of units through Amazon"s fulfillment network. Your day involves collaborating with multiple teams to solve complex technical challenges, writing high-quality code in Java or C++, and reviewing code from peers. You"ll engage with both software and hardware components, ensuring seamless integration between virtual systems and physical automation. There"s constant opportunity to learn new technologies, contribute to architectural discussions, and see the direct impact of your work on customer experience.

    About the team

    Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT) powers Amazon"s global fulfillment network by inventing and delivering software, hardware, and data science solutions that orchestrate processes, robots, machines, and people. We harmonize the physical and virtual world so Amazon customers can get what they want, when they want it.

    AFT"s Inbound team delivers innovative solutions to automatically receive and process billions of units of inventory from Amazon"s vendors and third-party sellers worldwide, making merchandise quickly available to customers. Our team values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning, building an inclusive environment where knowledge-sharing and mentorship help you grow into a better-rounded professional.

    About Company

    At Amazon, we don’t wait for the next big idea to present itself. We envision the shape of impossible things and then we boldly make them reality. So far, this mindset has helped us achieve some incredible things. Let’s build new systems, challenge the status quo, and design the world we want to live in. We believe the work you do here will be the best work of your life.

    Wherever you are in your career exploration, Amazon likely has an opportunity for you. Our research scientists and engineers shape the future of natural language understanding with Alexa. Fulfillment center associates around the globe send customer orders from our warehouses to doorsteps. Product managers set feature requirements, strategy, and marketing messages for brand new customer experiences. And as we grow, we’ll add jobs that haven’t been invented yet.

    It’s Always Day 1
    At Amazon, it’s always “Day 1.” Now, what does this mean and why does it matter? It means that our approach remains the same as it was on Amazon’s very first day – to make smart, fast decisions, stay nimble, invent, and stay focused on delighting our customers. In our 2016 shareholder letter, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shared his thoughts on how to keep up a Day 1 company mindset. “Staying in Day 1 requires you to experiment patiently, accept failures, plant seeds, protect saplings, and double down when you see customer delight,” he wrote. “A customer-obsessed culture best creates the conditions where all of that can happen.” You can read the full letter here

    Our Leadership Principles
    Our Leadership Principles help us keep a Day 1 mentality. They aren’t just a pretty inspirational wall hanging. Amazonians use them, every day, whether they’re discussing ideas for new projects, deciding on the best solution for a customer’s problem, or interviewing candidates. To read through our Leadership Principles from Customer Obsession to Bias for Action, visit https://www.amazon.jobs/principles

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