Description We are seeking an exceptional leader to join our Alexa Skills Kit (ASK) Developer Tools team in a pivotal Software Development Manager role. In this position, you will lead a distinguished team of engineers who exemplify the highest standards of technical expertise, agile methodology, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative spirit. Your mission will be transformative: advancing and expanding the fundamental AI and Large Language Model (LLM) capabilities that serve as the backbone of next-generation Alexa experiences. At the heart of this role lies a mission-critical responsibility: managing the sophisticated base LLM prompt system that governs Alexa’s behavioral patterns and responses. You will be tasked with architecting and implementing a comprehensive prompt management ecosystem that not only maintains exceptional quality standards but also possesses the flexibility and robustness to scale alongside Alexa’s ambitious vision. This includes pioneering work in emerging multi-model and multi-modal experiences, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in AI-driven interactions. Your influence will extend across the organization through deep collaboration with cross-functional teams. Working in concert with Product Managers, Applied Scientists, Language Engineers, and Software Engineers, you will orchestrate the design, development, testing, and deployment of innovative products and features. These initiatives will fundamentally enhance the development lifecycle of Alexa experiences, streamlining and improving the way developers interact with our platform. As the owner of core developer services, you will be responsible for maintaining and evolving the essential infrastructure that enables the creation of sophisticated LLM-centric applications. The ideal candidate for this position brings experience for building developer platforms, combined with passion to make a difference in LLM technology and SDK development. Your technical prowess should be matched by exceptional project management capabilities and excellent communication skills. Success in this role demands someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and demonstrates commitment to delivering results. Key job responsibilities End-to-end development lifecycle of products under ownership Management and execution against project plans and delivery commitments Management of planning and day-to-day activities of the engineering team within an Agile/Scrum environment Management of departmental resources, staffing, mentoring, and enhancing and maintaining a best-in-class engineering team Work closely with engineers to architect and develop technical designs and approaches that will stand the test of time Report on status of development, quality, operations, and system performance to management Basic Qualifications - 3+ years of engineering team management experience - 7+ years of engineering experience - 8+ years of leading the definition and development of multi tier web services experience - Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations - Experience partnering with product or program management teams Preferred Qualifications - Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategy - Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring/coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineers Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, 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 $166,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $287,700/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.