Seasonal Software Engineer Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Amazon's Global Engineering Services team drives the execution and continuous improvement of critical automation, robotic, and software processes serving Amazon Fulfillment Network sites worldwide. We build automated solutions that leverage technology's strengths while empowering people to handle what humans do best.
Our environment is global and complex, encompassing diverse software systems, industrial machines, and protocols. We continuously innovate in automating and accelerating product delivery, building custom hardware and applying machine learning, image processing, and real-time data processing using distributed systems

We seek a Software Development Engineer capable of delivering results in this dynamic environment who will work closely with internal cross-functional teams and external partners to drive key aspects of product definition, execution, and testing. You must be responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within an open collaborative environment.
As a member of this team, you will develop solutions where cloud technology meets the physical world in the heart of our fulfillment centers. The ideal candidate will enjoy working at multiple layers of the stack and thrive in an innovative environment without being hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities

This means you can not only develop and drive high-level strategic initiatives but also roll up your sleeves, dig in, and get the job done.
Come help us make history!
This role requires up to 20% travel on a yearly basis. When not traveling, you must have availability to work from a corporate office. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of one of the corporate office locations listed

Relocation assistance may be provided.
Key job responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy scalable software solutions that integrate cloud services with physical automation systems in Amazon fulfillment centers
- Build and maintain infrastructure-as-code using AWS CDK to support robotic and automation systems across global fulfillment network sites
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, operations, and external partners to define product requirements and drive execution from concept to deployment
- Develop and optimize software across multiple layers of the technology stack, from low-level device communication protocols to high-level cloud services
- Implement monitoring, alerting, and diagnostic tools to ensure high availability and performance of critical automation systems
- Write clean, maintainable code in Python, C++, Go, or other high-level languages following software engineering best practices
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments, working with Linux-based systems and distributed architectures
- Design and implement AI-backed tools and solutions that enhance automation efficiency and decision-making in fulfillment center operations
- Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing
- Evaluate and prototype emerging AI technologies and techniques to solve complex operational challenges in the fulfillment network
- Travel up to 20%
A day in the life
Amazon Benefits:
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
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401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you. At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets. If you're passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!.