AMZN CAN Fulfillment Svcs, ULC Hiring for Software Development Engineer, Alexa Orchestrator at Toronto, ON Full Time

• 1+ years of experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems.
• 2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• Programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java, C++, or C# including object-oriented design
• 2+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• Programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java, C++, or C# including object-oriented design
• 1+ years of experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems

Job summary

We are looking for talented Software Development Engineers to build the next generation architecture for the core Orchestration Planning system and enable new dimensions of customer experiences on Alexa.

Key job responsibilities

Alexa is the groundbreaking cloud-based intelligent agent that powers Echo and other devices designed around your voice. Alexa Orchestration is situated at the center of all Alexa customer experiences, whether they are traditional customer-initiated speech interactions, or the growing set of Alexa-initiated proactive scenarios such as Routines and Notifications. We connect devices, skills and AI, and orchestrate customer experiences spanning across multiple devices, skills, tasks, users and agents.

We are looking for talented Software Development Engineers to build the next generation architecture for the core Orchestration Planning system and enable new dimensions of customer experiences on Alexa. You will work with the engineering team which shapes core of Alexa engine, and builds capabilities that plays a major role in the evolution of Alexa. Your time with us will be impactful, and your vision, creativeness and engineering output adopted by teams across Amazon and beyond.

As a member of the team you will be responsible for leading the development and launch of core product features. You will have significant influence on our overall strategy by helping define these product features, drive the system architecture, and spearhead the best practices that enable a quality product.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
• At least 5+ years work experience
• Expertise in Java, C++, or a similar modern programming language
• Strong, object-oriented design and coding skills
• Solid experience in data structures and algorithms
• Strong problem solving and analytical abilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work in a team environment
• Strong knowledge of software development methodology and tools, with demonstrated experience in software development engineering role
• Strong experience in Java Services ( backend)
• Deal well with ambiguous/undefined problems; ability to think abstractly
• Experienced in Agile or Scrum software development methodologies
• Experience influencing software engineering best practices within your team
• Obsession with quality, operational excellence, and customer experience

By submitting your application here, you can apply once to be considered for multiple Software Engineer openings across various Amazon teams. If you are successful in passing through the initial application review and assessment, you will be asked to submit your career and personal preferences so that our dedicated recruiters can match you to the right role based on these preferences.

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, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you would like to request an accommodation, please notify your Recruiter.