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On-site in Madrid·Added 1 month ago (last checked 31 Oct)
Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Madrid
- English
- Required
- Education
- University degree



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Skills
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Experience with video and image processing and compression algorithms and standards, computer vision and/or machine learning
- Experience working with or having knowledge of cloud computing and existing cloud technologies
- Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, C++
- Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related STEM fields
- Are enrolled in or have completed a Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant field
- Experience with data structure implementation, basic algorithm development, and/or object-oriented design principles
- - Expected graduation by November 2026 2026, OR graduated within the last 24 months
Nice to have
- Experience from previous technical internship(s) or demonstrated project experience
- Experience with video encoding and streaming media standards
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- Experience in English-language communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience implementing innovative learning and development solutions in a fast-paced global environment
- Knowledge of software development lifecycle, including design, development, test, build, deployment processes and timelines
- Experience with on-device embedded/resource-constrained hardware
- Experience with one or more of the following: AI tools for development productivity, Cloud platforms (preferably AWS), Database systems (SQL and NoSQL), Contributing to open-source projects, Version control systems, Debugging and troubleshooting complex systems
The role
Do you want to solve real customer problems through innovative technology? Do you enjoy working on scalable services in a collaborative team environment? Do you want to see your code directly impact millions of customers worldwide?
At Amazon, we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build on behalf of our customers. Customer obsession is part of our company DNA, which has made us one of the world's most beloved brands.
Our Software Development Engineers (SDEs) use modern technology to solve complex problems while seeing their work's impact first-hand. The challenges SDEs solve at Amazon are meaningful and influence millions of customers, sellers, and products globally. We seek individuals passionate about creating new products, features, and services while managing ambiguity in an environment where development cycles are measured in weeks, not years.
At Amazon, we believe in ownership at every level. As an SDE-I, you'll own the entire lifecycle of your code - from design through deployment and ongoing operations. This ownership mindset, combined with our commitment to operational excellence, ensures we deliver the highest quality solutions for our customers.
We're looking for curious minds who think big and want to define tomorrow's technology. At Amazon, you'll grow into the high-impact engineer you know you can be, supported by a culture of learning and mentorship. Every day brings exciting new challenges and opportunities for personal growth.
A day in the life
As a Specialised Software Development Engineer, you'll immerse yourself in challenging projects that push the boundaries of technology.
Your day might involve learning from and collaborating with ML scientists to implement new model architectures, optimizing training pipelines for better efficiency, analyzing model performance metrics, and participating in design reviews for new ML features.
You'll work closely with product managers to understand requirements and with senior engineers to ensure your solutions meet Amazon's high standards for reliability and scalability.
What you'll do
Key job responsibilities
Collaborate and communicate effectively with experienced cross-disciplinary Amazonians to design, build, and operate innovative products and services that delight our customers, while participating in technical discussions to drive solutions forward.
Design and develop scalable solutions using cloud-native architectures and microservices in a large distributed computing environment.
Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation.
Build and maintain resilient distributed systems that are scalable, fault-tolerant, and cost-effective.
Leverage and contribute to the development of GenAI and AI-powered tools to enhance development productivity while staying current with emerging technologies.
Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and design patterns.
Work in an agile environment practicing CI/CD principles while participating in operational responsibilities including on-call duties.
Demonstrate operational excellence through monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues.
How you'll work
Please note these are not remote positions.
Hiring process
Online application
Assessments
Online test · Not every role
Role-specific online assessments where the role requires them.
Phone screening
Phone call · Not every role
If you meet the basic qualifications you may be asked to complete a phone screening.
Interview loop
With current employees
Individual interviews with current employees, each assessing different aspects of your skills and experience; in person or remote.
- Some candidates move directly to the interview loop without a phone screening.
- Role-specific interview prep guides are published for SDE, SDM, PM, BIE and other roles.
About Amazon
Amazon is a global technology company focused on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the world's largest employers and operates a vast network of fulfillment centers, data centers, and corporate offices across the globe. In Spain, Amazon has a significant presence with corporate offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center facilities, including in Huesca and other regions. The company is known for its customer-centric culture, innovation, and fast-paced work environment, offering a wide range of roles from engineering and operations to corporate and creative positions.
- Industry
- E-commerce and Cloud
- Founded
- 1994
- Employees
- 1,000,000+
- Headquarters
- Seattle, USA
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, Huesca
Good to know if you are moving
- Amazon offers a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa sponsorship and support for moving to Spain.
- The company has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center locations.
- Amazon is known for its leadership principles, which are integral to its corporate culture and are important for career advancement.
- Employees often have the opportunity to work on global projects and collaborate with teams across different countries.
- Amazon provides competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, stock options, and career development programs.
In their own words
About the company & team
About the team
The Video Streaming Quality (VQ) team at Ring focuses on improving the end-to-end video and audio streaming experience across millions of smart home devices. Our work spans from optimizing quality & observability, encoding optimization and research of next gen codecs as well as advanced streaming architecture. Our tech stack includes ML/AI frameworks for real-time inference on device and cloud, video codecs (H.264, H.265, AV1), WebRTC streaming, FFmpeg-based transcoding pipelines, and AWS cloud infrastructure. New hires would have the opportunity to work on impactful AI/ML research and engineering projects within a growing, collaborative team that is part of Amazon's expanding Madrid Tech Hub.
Additional information
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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.
Location
Amazon · Madrid
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