Software Development Engineer

The Corporate Applications team mission is to empower all Amazonians to be their best by supplying great corporate applications, tools and services that simplify processes and enhance productivity for Amazon employees. The HRIS team within Corporate Applications is looking for a qualified Software Development Engineer who wants to help the organization achieve that mission, will embrace the Amazon culture, and has a proven track record of delivering customer solutions. 

HRIS at Amazon is preparing to make significant advances in HRIS technology. Would you like to be on the forefront of making that happen?  We are looking for software engineers who thrive on complex problems, and relish the challenge of building software that will surprise our customers in a positive way.  In addition to systems experts, we're looking for those unique individuals who are technically capable but also able to envision the future, and innovate in new ways to delight our customers.

HR systems are critical to productivity of the Amazon workforce.  We look do deliver robust feature sets, intuitive designs, and user interfaces that make it easy for Amazonians to excel in their roles.  Do you think you are up to the challenge? Or would you like to learn more and stretch your skills and career?

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to all parts of the software development lifecycle, including design, development, documentation, testing and operations. They must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, be self-driven and deliver high quality results in a fast paced environment. They need to really enjoy working closely with their peers in a group of very talented engineers.

We're looking for people who are smart and can get things done. The following skill sets provide a good foundation for a quick ramp up to being productive in our Java, Linux and Oracle-based environment.  We're looking for a range of experience, from brilliant and motivated new college graduates to technical leaders with battle-tested wisdom.

Critical Competencies & Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree and/or Master's degree in Computer Science (or relevant equivalent)
• At least 3 years of experience
• Proficiency in Java in a Linux or Unix environment
• Strong OO design skills are helpful
• Database modeling skills are a plus
• Familiarity with Oracle Fusion Middleware desirable
• Familiarity with SQL desirable
• Familiarity with at least one scripting language desirable
• Knowledge of Human Resource technologies and processes
• Knowledge of ERP Applications (PeopleSoft, Oracle, etc.); functional modules, integration points and technologies.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure that supports software development; network, storage, servers and telecommunications

Personal Behaviors

• Proactive: You display energy and initiative in solving problems. You follow all possible avenues to get the job done.
• Adaptable: You undertake a variety of tasks willingly. You switch from complex to routine tasks when required. You adapt quickly to new technologies and products. You work effectively with a variety of personalities and work styles.
• Quality: You demonstrate appropriate quality and thoroughness in your work.
• Integrity: You act with personal integrity at all times.
• Professional: You work within your team’s process. You confront problems (even when outside your own domain), propose solutions, take ownership through to resolution or ensure a clear hand-off. You have a positive, can-do approach to work.