Software Dev Engineer II, Amazon Q

Amazon Q is looking for a Software Development Engineer II. Our product is a generative AI platform set to transform the developer experience. As part of our team, you will contribute to a product that is at the forefront of AI-driven development tools.

In this role, you will:

- Innovate at the Intersection of AI and Software Development: Play a pivotal role in the continuous development of Amazon Q. Your work will directly contribute to advancements in AI-driven development tools.
- Leverage Advanced AI Techniques: Utilize and understand machine learning techniques, prompt engineering, and agent-based workflows. Your role will require a blend of research acumen and practical engineering skills.



Key job responsibilities
- Develop and Enhance AI-Powered Software Tools: Contribute to the development of Amazon Q, ensuring it remains at the forefront of generative AI technology.
- Research and Engineering Integration: Apply the latest findings in machine learning and AI to practical software development challenges. Your work will be a blend of research and real-world application.
- Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work alongside a diverse group of professionals, including researchers and scientists, to integrate AI technologies into our software solutions.
- Innovate and Implement AI Solutions: Be actively involved in the ideation and implementation of new features, leveraging your understanding of AI and machine learning.
- Ensure High-Quality Software Standards: Uphold our high standards in software development, focusing on the reliability, scalability, and performance of our AI-powered tools.

About the team
This role is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of AI and software development. You will be part of a team that is pioneering the future of developer tools, with the support and resources of Amazon. Your contributions will directly impact the development experience of millions of customers globally.

Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences.

Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Basic Qualifications

- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language

Preferred Qualifications

- 3+ 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
- 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

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.

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/acco