Software Engineer
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If you are interested in this position, please apply on Twitch's Career site https://www.twitch.tv/jobs/en/
About Us:
Twitch is the world’s biggest live streaming service, with global communities built around gaming, entertainment, music, sports, cooking, and more. It is where thousands of communities come together for whatever, every day.
We’re about community, inside and out. You’ll find coworkers who are eager to team up, collaborate, and smash (or elegantly solve) problems together. We’re on a quest to empower live communities, so if this sounds good to you, see what we’re up to on LinkedIn and X, and discover the projects we’re solving on our Blog. Be sure to explore our Interviewing Guide to learn how to ace our interview process.
About the Role
Join the Alternate Support Products (ASP) team within Twitch's Commerce organization, where we're revolutionizing how viewers engage with their favorite creators. We are the team behind Cheering, Power-ups and Charity products – tools that turn watching into an interactive adventure. From experimental features to established systems used by millions, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in live streaming.
This position is hybrid with a base in Seattle, WA.
You Will
- Craft immersive, interactive experiences that keep viewers supporting creators while engaging with the Twitch Community..
- Architect and build robust, scalable applications that can handle millions of concurrent users
- Collaborate across teams to create cohesive solutions that drive business impact
- Transform customer feedback into innovative features that enhance the Twitch experience
Perks
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
- 401(k)
- Maternity & Parental Leave
- Flexible PTO
- Amazon Employee Discount
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- A track record of building consumer-facing products that users love
- Mastery of modern programming languages and frameworks
- Sharp problem-solving skills with a focus on algorithms, data structures, and schema design
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent real-world experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with Twitch's tech stack: Golang, Typescript/React
- Experience with AWS technologies like ECS, DynamoDB, Lambda, SQS, and Step Functions
- A passion for gaming, streaming, or the Twitch platform
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Twitch. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or other legally protected status.
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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $99,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $200,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.