- Company: Amazon
- Location: Irvine, California
- Salary: Pay not listed
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Senior Software Development Engineer, FireTV
Amazon
Irvine, California
About the Role
The Amazon Devices team designs and engineers high-profile consumer electronics. As a Sr Software Development Engineer on the FireTV team, you will be part of an innovative research and development company that focuses on creating cutting-edge devices like Fire TV. You'll work with a cross-functional team to design, develop, and deliver software solutions for our products. This role requires strong technical skills, creativity, and a passion for delivering exceptional user experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software components for FireTV devices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable solutions.
- Contribute to the architecture and design of new features and products.
- Perform code reviews and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years of experience in software development, with a focus on consumer electronics or similar domains.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java.
- Experience with web services and cloud technologies.
- A proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Amazon
Joining the Amazon Devices team means being part of an innovative company that is at the forefront of technology. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with top talent, and contribute to the development of products that change people's lives. Our culture emphasizes innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence.
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National job openings rate: 4.6% — via BLS JOLTS
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National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
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- Elevation 22m (72 ft)
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Prepare for Amazon-style SDE depth: data structures and algorithms, system design for device/streaming services, and behavioral stories mapped to ownership and customer focus. Be ready to discuss past production incidents, performance tradeoffs, and how you lead design for client or media platforms like FireTV.
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Strong fit if you ship senior-level backend/client software, like large-scale product orgs, and want device/streaming work (FireTV) on-site in Irvine rather than remote.
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- Role Senior Software Development Engineer, FireTV
- Employer Amazon
- Location Irvine, California
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted July 25, 2026
- Apply by August 24, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (260 words)
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