Software Development Engineer, Amazon Tax Platform Services – Vancouver, BC – $114,800 – $191,800/year

Are you a software engineer passionate about building highly scalable and reliable systems? Join the Amazon Tax Platform Services team in Vancouver and work on one of the world’s largest transactional distributed systems.

This role offers a unique opportunity to solve complex problems and operate mission-critical systems under extreme loads. If you have experience in Java, Linux, and Oracle, and enjoy tackling challenging technical issues, this could be the perfect role for you.

In this role, you will contribute to all parts of the software development lifecycle, including design, development, documentation, testing, and operations. You’ll work with a talented team to ensure accurate tax calculations for all Amazon sales globally, staying ahead of complex tax laws and rates.

About Amazon Tax Platform Services

The Amazon Tax Platform Services team is responsible for providing the core services that calculate sales tax and VAT for all Amazon sales, both physical and digital, worldwide.

We ensure that every tax calculation is accurate and audit records are securely stored to meet global tax law requirements. Our systems handle millions of service requests per minute, ensuring compliance with ever-changing tax regulations.

Role of the Software Development Engineer

As a Software Development Engineer on the Amazon Tax Platform Services team, you will be responsible for designing and developing scalable systems that ensure accurate and timely tax calculations for Amazon’s global operations.

You will collaborate with peers across Amazon to build systems that meet the highest standards of reliability and performance, and you will play a critical role in maintaining the platform that supports Amazon’s complex tax requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable and reliable systems.
• Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex business problems.
• Ensure systems are compliant with global tax regulations.
• Maintain and improve existing systems to meet evolving business needs.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary for this position ranges from $114,800 to $191,800 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and location. Amazon offers a comprehensive benefits package, including equity, sign-on payments, and a wide range of benefits that support your career growth and personal well-being.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
• 2+ years of experience in system design or architecture (design patterns, reliability, scaling).
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in full software development life cycle.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent.

Working Conditions

This role is based in Vancouver, BC, within a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality tax calculation services for Amazon. The team values diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance, providing an environment where you can grow your skills and make a significant impact.

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How to Apply

Join Amazon Tax Platform Services as a Software Development Engineer and take your career to the next level. Apply today!