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Jr. Software Development Engineer - Seattle/ Bellevue, WA, Jr. Developer Program
internship•Seattle, Bellevue•$0k - $0k
About this role
Ready to build the foundation of your software engineering career in a growth-focused program? Amazon is looking for highly motivated students to join the Jr. Developer Program (JDP). As a Jr. Software Development Engineer (Jr. SDE), you will write real software and collaborate with experienced engineers who provide guidance and opportunities for ownership. As a year-round intern, you will be fully integrated into a team and regularly contribute to impactful deliverables. Your designs and code will help solve complex technical challenges at Amazon.
The JDP is a year-round internship program designed to support a strong balance between work and school. You will receive 1:1 mentorship from a full-time Amazonian for the entirety of your program tenure. Flexible part-time schedules during the school year and full-time employment over the summer create an environment where students can succeed both academically and professionally. In Seattle and Bellevue, an established Jr. community fosters meaningful connections between you and your peers.
Our team is currently looking for students to start with our March 2026 cohort. Upon successful completion of the program, the opportunity for full-time employment may be available at an Amazon corporate site.
Program Highlights:
- Part-time work during the school year (16 hours/week)
- Full-time work during the summer (40 hours/week)
- 1:1 mentoring with an experienced Amazonian
- Bi-annual performance reviews designed to support ongoing growth and development
Basic Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university Bachelor's or Master's degree program.
- Graduating June 2028 and beyond.
- Majoring in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field.
- Ability to work year-round until graduation (part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer).
- Able to start work in June 2026.
- Ability to work in person year-round at the Seattle or Bellevue corporate office. (This role is not offered remote or hybrid and all working hours must be in office).
- Must be living within commutable distance to Seattle or Bellevue.
- Programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java, Python, or C++ including object-oriented design. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous technical internship(s), if applicable.
- Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions.
- Ability to solve complex problems and work through ambiguity.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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.
USA, WA, BELLEVUE - 22.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
USA, WA, Bellevue - 22.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 22.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
USA, WA, Seattle - 18.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
USA, WA, Seattle - 22.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
The JDP is a year-round internship program designed to support a strong balance between work and school. You will receive 1:1 mentorship from a full-time Amazonian for the entirety of your program tenure. Flexible part-time schedules during the school year and full-time employment over the summer create an environment where students can succeed both academically and professionally. In Seattle and Bellevue, an established Jr. community fosters meaningful connections between you and your peers.
Our team is currently looking for students to start with our March 2026 cohort. Upon successful completion of the program, the opportunity for full-time employment may be available at an Amazon corporate site.
Program Highlights:
- Part-time work during the school year (16 hours/week)
- Full-time work during the summer (40 hours/week)
- 1:1 mentoring with an experienced Amazonian
- Bi-annual performance reviews designed to support ongoing growth and development
Basic Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university Bachelor's or Master's degree program.
- Graduating June 2028 and beyond.
- Majoring in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field.
- Ability to work year-round until graduation (part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer).
- Able to start work in June 2026.
- Ability to work in person year-round at the Seattle or Bellevue corporate office. (This role is not offered remote or hybrid and all working hours must be in office).
- Must be living within commutable distance to Seattle or Bellevue.
- Programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java, Python, or C++ including object-oriented design. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous technical internship(s), if applicable.
- Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions.
- Ability to solve complex problems and work through ambiguity.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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.
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
USA, WA, BELLEVUE - 22.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
USA, WA, Bellevue - 22.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 22.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
USA, WA, Seattle - 18.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
USA, WA, Seattle - 22.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
What you'll do
- As a Jr. Software Development Engineer, you will write real software and collaborate with experienced engineers. You will contribute to impactful deliverables and help solve complex technical challenges at Amazon.
About Amazon
Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. We are driven by the excitement of building technologies, inventing products, and providing services that change lives. We embrace new ways of doing things, make decisions quickly, and are not afraid to fail. We have the scope and capabilities of a large company, and the spirit and heart of a small one.
Together, Amazonians research and develop new technologies from Amazon Web Services to Alexa on behalf of our customers: shoppers, sellers, content creators, and developers around the world.
Our mission is to be Earth's most customer-centric company. Our actions, goals, projects, programs, and inventions begin and end with the customer top of mind.
You'll also hear us say that at Amazon, it's always "Day 1." What do we mean? That our approach remains the same as it was on Amazon's very first day - to make smart, fast decisions, stay nimble, invent, and focus on delighting our customers.
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