The successful candidate will collaborate closely with business teams to understand their domain and design tailored solutions that bridge the gaps between user requirements and existing large system capabilities. By doing so, you will help reduce the technical debt for the tech teams behind these systems. You will focus on rapid, high-quality software development with iterative delivery. Utilizing modern programming and cloud (e.g. AWS) technologies, you will build and implement solutions for data sharing and end-to-end automation software with intuitive UIs and robust backend data pipelines, integrating with other systems and databases through APIs. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently from concept to execution, and strong communication skills to effectively engage with business teams. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a significant impact on a global scale, we want to hear from you!
Key job responsibilities
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for automation software solutions that address operational challenges and enhance efficiency. Partner with related Product and Tech teams to coordinate efforts and minimize overlaps.
- Communicate effectively with business teams to gather requirements, explain technical concepts, and demonstrate the value of developed solutions.
- Estimate the effort required for proposed automation solutions. Build consensus with stakeholders on project priorities based on business impact, technical feasibility, and development effort.
- Document software designs and data flows for frontend UI and backend data integration.
- Implement iterative software development practices, following Agile methodologies to ensure rapid delivery.
- Build and deploy robust automation solutions utilizing AWS services and other modern technologies.
- Develop web interfaces that facilitate data sharing and interactions for internal users as well as external partners.
- Collaborate with BIEs, DEs, and scientists to leverage technical synergies for end-to-end software solutions, and with other data and tech teams for integration with relevant systems they have developed.
About the team
The Intelligence & Industrialization (I&I) Team is a functional data analytics sub team embedded across GSCTP & ACT.
Global Supply Chain and Transportation Procurement (GSCTP) is an organization under worldwide operations that manages over 100 third-party supply chain and transportation service providers for Amazon; holding strategic relationships with major providers across modes of transportation, and responsible for an annual spend in excess of $22B. GSCTP’s mission is to secure capacity from third-party providers, increase cost efficiencies of the business, expand supplier capabilities, and improve the quality of our products and services.
Amazon Customs & Trade (ACT) is an expanding business unit under worldwide operations for Customs Brokerage services. Customs brokerage involves the coordination of a complex network of sellers, shippers, logistics service providers (LSP), compliance, and government authorities to facilitate clearance of goods for cross-border transportation. Timely submission of documents and coordination with customs agents to ensure hassle free clearance of shipments is a crucial step in the logistics process to ensure on-time delivery of products to our customers. ACT provides services to external customers, FBA, and internal teams such as Devices Global Logistics.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as computing, engineering, or mathematics
- 2+ years of experience with at least one software programming language (C++/Java).
- 2+ years of experience in front-end web development
- 1+ years of experience with React.js
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of experience leading system design (design patterns, reliability and scaling)
- 1+ years of experience on AWS Services like S3, Lambda, EC2, Docker, ECR/ECS etc.
- 2+ years of experience in the Transportation Logistics or Import & Export Trade industries
- An effective communicator and collaborative team player, skilled at translating business needs into actionable and results-driven initiatives
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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $78,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,300/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.