Software Development Manager, Core Engine - Orchestration

Imagine solving complex infrastructure problems and building systems at Amazon scale. Imagine being part of a company that obsesses over customers.

The Continuous Infrastructure Automation team is looking for a Software Development Manager to drive CI/CD for network changes in our fulfillment center infrastructure. In particular, this role will focus on building automation for infrastructure, accelerating the shift from human-driven operations to AI-powered infrastructure management at Amazon's global scale

The team builds and continuously improves the core infrastructure components used by tens of thousands of Amazonians, hundreds of thousands of IP enabled devices, a growing fleet of robots, and countless other user devices in our facilities around the world. You'll be part of a world-class team in a fast-paced environment that has the entrepreneurial feel of a start-up. You will work directly with other systems, network and software engineers to help secure the technology that supports our Fulfillment Centers and Transportation sites.

Key job responsibilities

In this role you will

• Own critical systems with global impact.
• Be responsible for attracting and growing top engineering talent will be one of your strengths as you assume leadership of an existing team of rock star engineers.
• As an experienced software leader, you understand all aspects of software development, design, documentation, testing, and operations.
• Possess Strong written and verbal communication skills make you successful in a fast-paced environment, and you excel at delivering results.
• As a deeply technical leader you will be entrusted to innovate and think big, envisioning how networks of the future will be deployed at massive scale.

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits for you and eligible family members, including domestic partners. 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

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 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 skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

About the team

The Core Engine team is at the forefront of network automation, building the self-service tools and platforms that empower customers to develop, manage, and safely deploy network changes at a global scale.

We are on a mission to transform how networks are operated — eliminating the need for human intervention in routine changes while ensuring teams retain clear, streamlined controls for supervised modifications. Our work directly contributes to a more efficient, reliable, and incident-free network infrastructure.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of engineering team management experience
• 7+ years of working directly within engineering teams experience
• 3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
• 8+ years of leading the definition and development of multi tier web services experience
• Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations
• Experience partnering with product or program management teams
• Master's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline with 5+ years of experience; or Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategy
• Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring/coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineers

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, TX, Austin - 184,900.00 - 250,200.00 USD annually