Job Information
Amazon Software Development Engineer, Amazon Devices - Connectivity SW in Austin, Texas
Description
The Amazon Connectivity team designs connectivity software solutions for Amazon devices encompassing wide range of products including the Fire TV family of devices.
This position is for a seasoned Software Development Engineer in the Wi-Fi SW connectivity organization. You can be part of a fast-paced, agile and innovative team who is bringing new connectivity experiences to the exciting range of devices in a startup like environment.
Key job responsibilities
As a Software Development Engineer - Connectivity, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to innovate and deliver high-performance, low-power, stable connectivity platform for world class consumer products. You must be responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within an open and collaborative peer environment. In this role, you will:
· Design, develop and enhance Wi-Fi software for Amazon's consumer products;
· Optimize Wi-Fi performance and power consumption for connectivity platforms;
· Engage with vendors to integrate Wi-Fi chipset solutions;
· Collaborate with other software teams to design and deliver unique customer features on top of Wi-Fi for next-gen Amazon products;
· Provide Amazon Customer Support technical assistance to trouble shoot customer issues;
About the team
Amazon products are revolutionary consumer devices that have become the #1 best-selling Amazon products. From products like Fire TV, Echo Family of devices, Smart home solutions, and much more, our team creates products to keep you connected to the things you love and need. Collaboration, thinking outside the box, innovation, and long term thinking are at the core of how we operate. On this team, you will be able to learn and teach others how to think outside the box, stretching what is possible within our devices/technology by writing solid code and designing solutions that are extensible, maintainable and scalable.
Basic Qualifications
2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
Experience programming with at least one software programming language
Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Java, C++, or C# including object-oriented design
Knowledge of professional software engineering & best practices for full software development life cycle, including coding standards, software architectures, code reviews, source control management, continuous deployments, testing, and operational excellence
Hands-on experience in IEEE802.11/Wi-Fi protocols and extensions · Experience with Wi-Fi development and debugging tools such as wireless sniffers and protocol analyzers · Experience with Android and Linux development on kernel, device drivers, and frameworks ·
Preferred Qualifications
- Have prior experience with Wi-Fi solutions from one or more major Wi-Fi chipset vendors · Strong knowledge of TCP/IP internals and common Networking protocols such as DHCP, DNS, HTTP, and etc.
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. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $129,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $223,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.