Software Development Manager - Navigation Intelligence, Geospatial
Amazon, Austin, TX, United States
Job ID: 3166768 | Amazon.com Services LLC
Build production AI at the intersection of LLMs, edge ML, and sensor fusion — Navigation Intelligence that directly impacts the safety and experience of millions of Amazon transporters every day. We’re seeking a Software Development Manager to lead the Navigation Intelligence team in Austin. The team owns the navigation experience in Amazon’s delivery associate app, building a hybrid on‑device/cloud AI architecture that combines low‑latency on‑device inference with fleet‑wide pattern analysis and LLM‑powered contextual guidance. This is production AI at scale: billions of requests monthly, safety‑critical latency requirements, and direct impact on transporter safety and experience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a team of software engineers building navigation systems used by millions of transporters globally.
Drive technical strategy for hybrid on‑device/cloud AI architecture with low latency requirements.
Partner with routing optimization teams, platform/operations teams, and Science teams to deliver integrated navigation experiences.
Work with route planning teams and Safety teams who depend on navigation accuracy metrics.
Own problem domains including pre‑trip intelligence, real‑time traffic detection and rerouting, location accuracy through sensor fusion, arrival/parking guidance, and alert prioritization.
Manage technical roadmaps that balance innovation with operational stability.
Develop engineering talent and build high‑performing teams.
Write narratives and influence VP‑level technical decisions.
About the Team
The Navigation Intelligence team owns the navigation experience in Amazon’s delivery app, used by millions of transporters globally. We build the systems that guide transporters from stop to stop — turn‑by‑turn directions, hazard detection, rerouting, parking guidance, and contextual alerts that reduce cognitive load during delivery. Our metrics directly impact transporter safety and delivery performance.
Basic Qualifications
3+ years of engineering team management experience.
7+ years of working directly within engineering teams.
3+ years of designing or architecting new and existing systems, including design patterns, reliability and scaling.
Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware
etworks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and live‑site operations.
Experience designing native mobile experiences (iOS, Android, and Kindle) and mobile‑optimized websites.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring/coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills.
Knowledge of UX and/or CX design and usability.
Compensation & Benefits
The base salary range for this position is $184,900.00 - $250,200.00 USD annually. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Posted:
January 27, 2026
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Build production AI at the intersection of LLMs, edge ML, and sensor fusion — Navigation Intelligence that directly impacts the safety and experience of millions of Amazon transporters every day. We’re seeking a Software Development Manager to lead the Navigation Intelligence team in Austin. The team owns the navigation experience in Amazon’s delivery associate app, building a hybrid on‑device/cloud AI architecture that combines low‑latency on‑device inference with fleet‑wide pattern analysis and LLM‑powered contextual guidance. This is production AI at scale: billions of requests monthly, safety‑critical latency requirements, and direct impact on transporter safety and experience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a team of software engineers building navigation systems used by millions of transporters globally.
Drive technical strategy for hybrid on‑device/cloud AI architecture with low latency requirements.
Partner with routing optimization teams, platform/operations teams, and Science teams to deliver integrated navigation experiences.
Work with route planning teams and Safety teams who depend on navigation accuracy metrics.
Own problem domains including pre‑trip intelligence, real‑time traffic detection and rerouting, location accuracy through sensor fusion, arrival/parking guidance, and alert prioritization.
Manage technical roadmaps that balance innovation with operational stability.
Develop engineering talent and build high‑performing teams.
Write narratives and influence VP‑level technical decisions.
About the Team
The Navigation Intelligence team owns the navigation experience in Amazon’s delivery app, used by millions of transporters globally. We build the systems that guide transporters from stop to stop — turn‑by‑turn directions, hazard detection, rerouting, parking guidance, and contextual alerts that reduce cognitive load during delivery. Our metrics directly impact transporter safety and delivery performance.
Basic Qualifications
3+ years of engineering team management experience.
7+ years of working directly within engineering teams.
3+ years of designing or architecting new and existing systems, including design patterns, reliability and scaling.
Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware
etworks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and live‑site operations.
Experience designing native mobile experiences (iOS, Android, and Kindle) and mobile‑optimized websites.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring/coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills.
Knowledge of UX and/or CX design and usability.
Compensation & Benefits
The base salary range for this position is $184,900.00 - $250,200.00 USD annually. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Posted:
January 27, 2026
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