Software Development Manager - Appstore Developer Experience

About the Role

Join the team responsible for powering the Amazon Fire TV and Fire Tablets Appstore, helping millions of customers discover, buy, and enjoy digital content. As a Software Development Manager in the Appstore Developer Experience team, you will lead the redevelopment of the Appstore's developer platform, including new APIs for third-party developers to manage their apps and games, as well as a web interface and mobile app used by thousands of developers serving millions of users.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the team enhancing developer experiences across multiple operating systems such as Fire OS and Vega OS supporting devices including TVs, Tablets, and multi-modal devices like Echo Show.
• Develop and maintain APIs enabling developers to effortlessly test and submit their applications to the store.
• Manage AI-native teams (PODs) to accelerate development and foster cultural growth.
• Ensure high technical standards in critical testing workflows requiring 99.99% reliability.
• Collaborate effectively with product, business intelligence, developer relations teams, and external third-party developers.
• Coach and nurture a team of more than 10 engineers working on large-scale distributed systems.
• Drive the technical vision for next-generation features on emerging Amazon devices.
• Address complex challenges involving scalability, security, compliance, and user experience.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years of engineering experience.
• At least 3 years experience managing engineering teams.
• Over 8 years of experience leading the design and development of multi-tier web services.
• Expertise in software engineering practices across the complete lifecycle, including coding standards, code review, source control, build automation, testing, certification, and operations.
• Experience working collaboratively with product or program management.
• Skills in designing and architecting scalable, reliable, and maintainable systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with users, technical teams, and senior leadership on requirements, designs, and product strategy.
• Experience in hiring, mentoring, coaching, and managing software engineering teams to enhance skills and productivity.

Additional Information

The company fosters an inclusive environment enabling all employees to achieve excellent results for customers. Accommodations during the hiring process are available for candidates with disabilities.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

Company: ADCI - BLR 14 SEZ

Job ID: A10510885