July 4, 2025

Sr Software Development Engineer - AI Tooling, FireTV

Senior • On-site

$151,300 - $261,500/yr

Sunnyvale, CA , +1

DESCRIPTION

At Amazon, we're looking for an exceptional Senior Software Development Engineer to help build and scale AI tools that will revolutionize how we develop Amazon devices and services. You will be at the forefront of implementing responsible AI governance while enabling teams to work more efficiently through innovative tooling solutions.

Key Responsibilities:-

- Lead the design and development of highly scalable, enterprise-grade AI-powered developer tools that seamlessly integrate into existing engineering workflows, driving improved speed, confidence, and clarity for our teams.
- Leverage AI to automate and enhance critical stages of the development lifecycle, including code reviews, testing, documentation, and debugging, to boost productivity and quality.
- Create robust frameworks and solutions that enable the seamless integration of Generative AI technologies into our existing development environments.
- Enhance internal models with techniques like fine-tuning and retrieval-augmented generation to create highly customized AI models that leverage internal code, data and infrastructure.
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams across the D&S organization to identify high-impact opportunities for AI-driven automation and efficiency improvements across the software development lifecycle.
- Develop and track robust metrics to continuously evaluate the effectiveness of AI tools, using data-driven insights to guide strategic investments in the most impactful solutions.
- Define and promote best practices for the safe, responsible, and observable use of AI in software development, collaborating closely with security and compliance teams to ensure compliance and trust.

You will work with cutting-edge AI technologies like Amazon Bedrock and PartyRock to build tools that help automate manual tasks and improve productivity across Amazon. This role offers unique exposure to Amazon's device development ecosystem while ensuring our AI tools maintain the highest standards of safety and responsibility.

Join us in shaping the future of AI tooling at Amazon while upholding our commitment to responsible AI governance and technical excellence.

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
- Experience developing AI or machine learning products, particularly in the context of developer tools
- Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI applications
- Knowledge of software development life cycle and DevOps practices
- Understanding of AI ethics and responsible AI development

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.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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.