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Software Development Engineer II, AFT Inbound

Amazon

Company websiteamazon.com (Amazon, opens in new tab)

Base salary $143,700  to $194,400

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Arlington, VA

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  • LocationArlington, VA
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job

Are you seeking an environment where you can apply state-of-the-art computer science techniques, data-driven decision making, and problem solving skills in a real world setting? Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT) powers the physical engine at the heart of Amazon by building the software, hardware, and processes that run a global network of fulfillment centers that move billions of units of inventory and ensure customers get what they want when promised.

We're looking for a builder of products—an inventive, results-oriented engineer to develop large-scale, distributed systems that optimize AFT Inbound freight receive. You'll interface with the physical world including conveyors and robots, and your systems will be used by thousands of associates to delight millions of customers. You'll engage multiple teams to design, develop, and support large-scale, multi-tiered software applications and tools that solve complex problems in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key job responsibilities

  • Design and develop large-scale, reliable, fault-tolerant distributed systems that optimize fulfillment of customer orders across Amazon's global fulfillment network
  • Contribute significantly to the full software development lifecycle, including scoping, design, implementation, code review, testing, deployment, and maintenance of team software
  • Build software solutions integrating with the physical world, including conveyors , ensuring systems are used effectively by thousands of associates
  • Work with customers, stakeholders, and peers to understand business and customer value, ensuring delivery of the right solutions while balancing customer and team requirements
  • Demonstrate operational excellence by actively supporting your team, identifying root causes of operational issues, and executing opportunities to improve team operations and software quality

A day in the life

You'll be part of the AFT Tech Team developing distributed systems that orchestrate the flow of billions of units through Amazon's fulfillment network. Your day involves collaborating with multiple teams to solve complex technical challenges, writing high-quality code in Java or C++, and reviewing code from peers. You'll engage with both software and hardware components, ensuring seamless integration between virtual systems and physical automation. There's constant opportunity to learn new technologies, contribute to architectural discussions, and see the direct impact of your work on customer experience.

About the team

Amazon Fulfillment Technologies (AFT) powers Amazon's global fulfillment network by inventing and delivering software, hardware, and data science solutions that orchestrate processes, robots, machines, and people. We harmonize the physical and virtual world so Amazon customers can get what they want, when they want it.

AFT's Inbound team delivers innovative solutions to automatically receive and process billions of units of inventory from Amazon's vendors and third-party sellers worldwide, making merchandise quickly available to customers. Our team values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning, building an inclusive environment where knowledge-sharing and mentorship help you grow into a better-rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

  • 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
  • 1+ years of software development engineer or related occupational experience
  • 1+ years of designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered, multi-threaded, embedded or distributed software applications, tools, systems, and services using: C#, C++, Java, or Perl experience
  • 1+ years of Object Oriented Design experience
  • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
  • Experience programming with at least one software programming language

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

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, VA, Arlington - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

Source: Amazon · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($143,700) is above 30% of the 528 Software Engineering roles in Virginia listed on this site; 58 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $159,000; the middle half runs from $131,289 to $179,550.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Amazon roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Amazon roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Software Development Engineer II, AFT Inbound (this listing)$143,700 - $194,400
Software Developer II, Cosmos$143,700 - $194,400
Software Dev Engineer, AWS WAF Bot Control and Fraud Prevention$143,700 - $194,400
Software Development Engineer, Robotics Development and Packaging Innovation$143,700 - $194,400
SDE II, Aspen$143,700 - $194,400
Software Development Engineer$143,700 - $194,400
Software Development Engineer, StoreGen$143,700 - $194,400

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Amazon roles · How to read the bar

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USA, VA, Arlington - 143,700.00 - 194,400.00 USD annually

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