C++ Software Engineer, Amazon Music, App Foundry

Amazon.com Inc

Sunnyvale, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Amazon Alexa, Audiovisual, Best Practices, C++ Programming Language, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Customer Relations, Ecosystems, Embedded Systems, Linux Operating System, Mobile Applications Development, Music, Operational Support, Podcasting, Problem Solving Skills, Root Cause Analysis, Software Engineering, System Operations, Technical Leadership
LOCATION
Sunnyvale, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Amazon Music is an immersive audio entertainment service that deepens connections between fans, artists, and creators. From personalized music playlists to exclusive podcasts, concert livestreams to artist merch, Amazon Music is innovating at some of the most exciting intersections of music and culture. We offer experiences that serve all listeners with our different tiers of service: Prime members get access to all the music in shuffle mode, and top ad-free podcasts, included with their membership; customers can upgrade to Amazon Music Unlimited for unlimited, on-demand access to 100 million songs, including millions in HD, Ultra HD, and spatial audio; and anyone can listen for free by downloading the Amazon Music app or via Alexa-enabled devices. Join us for the opportunity to influence how Amazon Music engages fans, artists, and creators on a global scale. Learn more at https://www.amazon.com/music.

We"re looking for a Software Engineer with C++ experience building Linux audio/video players, passionate about creating the best music experience for millions of customers worldwide. You bring strong problem-solving skills, ownership, and a track record of delivering results. You"re experienced in system design, operational root cause analysis, and navigating ambiguity.

Love music? Want to build consumer-facing products that touch the lives of millions of people? Combine your passions and come reinvent music listening with us! We"re working hard, having fun, and making history here at Amazon Music.

Key job responsibilities

  • Implement new audio capabilities and improve the C++ Playback engine that powers HD audio in the Amazon Music Mobile, Tablet, and TV clients.
  • Work to develop custom audio integrations in auto and TV to expand Music across ecosystems and drive the business forward.
  • Grow your experience developing on mobile and other embedded devices.
  • In this role you can have a big impact across Music collaborating cross functionally with other teams.
  • You will architect and implement robust, scalable code using patterns and engineering best practices.
  • You will provide technical leadership and help with operational support to drive exceptional customer experiences and team success.

About the Company

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Amazon.com Inc

At Amazon, we don’t wait for the next big idea to present itself. We envision the shape of impossible things and then we boldly make them reality. So far, this mindset has helped us achieve some incredible things. Let’s build new systems, challenge the status quo, and design the world we want to live in. We believe the work you do here will be the best work of your life.

Wherever you are in your career exploration, Amazon likely has an opportunity for you. Our research scientists and engineers shape the future of natural language understanding with Alexa. Fulfillment center associates around the globe send customer orders from our warehouses to doorsteps. Product managers set feature requirements, strategy, and marketing messages for brand new customer experiences. And as we grow, we’ll add jobs that haven’t been invented yet.

It’s Always Day 1
At Amazon, it’s always “Day 1.” Now, what does this mean and why does it matter? It means that our approach remains the same as it was on Amazon’s very first day – to make smart, fast decisions, stay nimble, invent, and stay focused on delighting our customers. In our 2016 shareholder letter, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shared his thoughts on how to keep up a Day 1 company mindset. “Staying in Day 1 requires you to experiment patiently, accept failures, plant seeds, protect saplings, and double down when you see customer delight,” he wrote. “A customer-obsessed culture best creates the conditions where all of that can happen.” You can read the full letter here

Our Leadership Principles
Our Leadership Principles help us keep a Day 1 mentality. They aren’t just a pretty inspirational wall hanging. Amazonians use them, every day, whether they’re discussing ideas for new projects, deciding on the best solution for a customer’s problem, or interviewing candidates. To read through our Leadership Principles from Customer Obsession to Bias for Action, visit https://www.amazon.jobs/principles
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Retail
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://Amazon.com/militaryroles