Software Dev Engineer I, Amazon University Talent Acquisition

Round 1: Online Coding Assessment (multiple coding problems on platforms like HackerRank) → Round 2: Technical Phone Interview (coding and system design) → Round 3: Onsite Loop (4 rounds covering coding, system design, behavioral/Leadership Principles, and a final HR discussion)

Amazon fosters a high‑performance culture where ownership, bias for action, and customer obsession are celebrated. Employees enjoy clear career progression, access to cutting‑edge technologies, and a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning. While the pace is fast, the company provides flexible work arrangements and numerous internal programs to maintain work‑life balance.

Amazon’s interview process typically starts with an online coding assessment followed by a technical phone screen focusing on data structures and algorithms. Successful candidates then face an onsite loop of 4–5 rounds, mixing deep‑dive coding, system design, and behavioral questions centered on Leadership Principles. Preparation should emphasize problem‑solving speed, clear communication, and real‑world examples of ownership and customer focus.

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or related field; graduating in 2026; minimum CGPA 7.0/10 (or equivalent); no active backlogs at the time of joining; Indian citizenship or eligibility to work in India; strong academic record in data structures, algorithms, and system design.

Amazon is a global technology leader that started as an online bookstore and has grown into a multi‑billion‑dollar ecosystem spanning e‑commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. In India, Amazon operates massive fulfillment centers, a thriving marketplace, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) data hubs, employing hundreds of thousands of people and serving millions of customers daily. The company’s culture is built around its 14 Leadership Principles, with a relentless focus on customer obsession, innovation, and operational excellence. As a fresher-friendly employer, Amazon invests heavily in talent development, offering mentorship programs, internal learning platforms, and clear career ladders for engineers. The role of Software Development Engineer I (SDE I) in the University Talent Acquisition team is designed for fresh graduates who are eager to build large‑scale, high‑impact software solutions from day one. You will work alongside senior engineers, product managers, and data scientists to design, develop, and ship features that power Amazon’s recruitment pipelines, candidate portals, and internal analytics tools. The position offers exposure to distributed systems, cloud services, and data‑driven product development, allowing you to see the direct effect of your code on millions of users worldwide. Key Responsibilities: 1. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to conceive, design, and launch new recruitment‑related products and services. 2. Write clean, maintainable, and testable code in Java, C++ or Python for backend services. 3. Build and optimize distributed storage, indexing, and query systems that handle high‑volume candidate data. 4. Develop APIs and micro‑services that integrate with internal Amazon platforms and external job portals. 5. Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and agile ceremonies to ensure high‑quality delivery. 6. Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring to maintain reliability at scale. 7. Solve algorithmic challenges related to matching, ranking, and recommendation of job listings. 8. Contribute to performance tuning, cost optimization, and fault‑tolerance of production systems. 9. Document technical decisions and mentor junior peers as the team grows. 10. Continuously learn and apply new technologies such as AWS services, containerization, and data‑stream processing. Tech Stack: Java / C++ / Python, AWS (EC2, S3, DynamoDB, Lambda), RESTful APIs, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, Git, SQL/NoSQL databases, Agile/Scrum. Growth Path: Starting as an SDE I, high performers can progress to SDE II, Senior SDE, and eventually Principal Engineer or Technical Manager, with opportunities to move across product domains, lead teams, or specialize in areas like machine learning, cloud infrastructure, or data engineering. Why Join Amazon? You will work on problems that affect millions of users, receive mentorship from industry veterans, and benefit from a compensation package that includes competitive salary, stock options, and comprehensive benefits. Amazon’s fast‑paced environment encourages rapid learning, ownership, and the chance to innovate at scale, making it an ideal launchpad for a technology career.