Sr SDE - Ring AI/ML Cloud, Ring Pioneer Team

Senior • On-site

$151,300 - $261,500/yr

Sunnyvale, CA , +2

DESCRIPTION

Ring is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join the Ring Pioneer Team that specializes in new AI/ML cloud initiatives. This team is at the forefront of developing and deploying innovative machine learning solutions that will shape the future of Ring's intelligent features across our product ecosystem. This position is open for locations in Southern California (greater Los Angeles county and Orange county areas) as well as Northern California in Silicon Valley.

As part of the Ring Pioneer Team, the ideal candidate will be an advocate of AI/ML technologies, highly innovative, goal-oriented, and excited to push the boundaries of what's possible in cloud-based machine learning. You should be passionate about exploring emerging AI technologies, developing proof-of-concepts, and translating them into scalable, production-ready solutions. You take ownership of your work and are committed to advancing the state-of-the-art in ML model performance, scalability, data quality, and responsible AI practices.

Key job responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of AI/ML services in cloud environments (AWS), focusing on novel applications and emerging technologies

• Drive the technical direction and architecture of experimental and large-scale ML systems, including advanced model training pipelines and high-performance inference services

• Identify and evaluate new AI/ML technologies and methodologies, assessing their potential to create breakthrough features for Ring products

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Data Scientists, Product Managers, ML Engineers, and leadership to identify new AI-driven opportunities and translate them into tangible prototypes and products

• Establish and implement best practices for MLOps in a pioneering environment, including techniques for rapid prototyping, efficient experimentation, and seamless transition to production

• Mentor team members in advanced ML engineering practices; foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the Pioneer Team

• Provide thought leadership in both software engineering and machine learning, influencing the direction of Ring's AI strategy

• Drive the operational excellence of experimental ML services as they transition to large-scale production environments

• Stay at the up to date on AI/ML advancements, actively participating in the wider AI community and bringing external innovations into Ring's technology stack

About the team
Since it's founding in 2013, Ring has been on a mission to make neighborhoods safer. From the video doorbell, to Ring Alarm, which was named #1 in Customer Satisfaction for DIY Home Security Systems by J.D. Power, Ring's smart home security line, as well as the Neighbors app, offer users affordable whole-home and neighborhood security. At Ring, we are committed to making home and neighborhood security accessible and effective for everyone -- while working to bring communities together.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
- 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ 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

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261,500/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.

Amazon

Amazon.com, Inc. founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos in the cozy confines of his Seattle garage, Amazon.com, Inc. quickly evolved from a humble online bookstore to a colossal e-commerce powerhouse. Today, it offers an extensive range of products from DVDs and electronics to furniture and groceries. With a global footprint that spans continents—from Canada and the UK to Japan and Brazil—Amazon's presence is truly international. The company has not only diversified into various domains, including acquiring Twitch in 2014 and venturing into the film industry in 2015, but also introduced initiatives like the brand registry program to safeguard intellectual property. Despite the hurdles of labor relations and competitive practices, Amazon remains a dominant force in the global e-commerce landscape.