This role is for a Senior Software Development Engineer at Amazon, focusing on building AWS AI services using Machine Learning and LLM technology. The position involves providing technical leadership and owning team-level architecture for AI data pipelines and large-scale distributed systems. The team is part of the Quick organization in New York, working on innovative Generative AI technology with high visibility. The role offers the opportunity to mentor engineers and drive engineering best practices while balancing short-term delivery with long-term architectural needs.

• 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• 5+ years of programming experience with at least one software programming language
• 5+ years of experience leading design or architecture of new and existing systems
• Experience as a mentor, tech lead, or leading an engineering team
• 5+ years of experience in the full software development life cycle, including coding standards and operations
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

• Lead the design and implementation of distributed AI data pipelines and systems
• Balance speed of execution with architectural requirements
• Drive adoption of engineering best practices and operational excellence across the team
• Solve complex technical problems with multiple risks and roadblocks
• Mentor and coach multiple engineers, helping develop the next generation of technical talent
• Effectively communicate technical designs to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.