Amazon Web Services (AWS) · 17 hours ago
Director, Software Development - Real-Time Communications, Amazon Connect, Amazon Connect
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$264K/yr - $350K/yr
15+ years expAmazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Director of Software Development for Amazon Connect to drive the next phase of innovation in real-time communications. In this role, you will lead multiple high-impact product and engineering teams, focusing on advanced technologies like AI-powered voice and ensuring carrier-grade reliability across global telecommunications infrastructure.
Agentic AIConsultingDevOpsInformation TechnologySoftwareWeb Development
Responsibilities
Drive product and engineering strategy for Connect's voice platform serving billions of minutes of customer communications annually
Drive innovation in voice AI and rich communications experiences that will impact millions of customer interactions daily
Lead strategic initiatives that bridge traditional telephony with next-generation digital experiences
Build and maintain relationships with telecommunications carriers and technology partners to ensure enterprise-grade voice quality and reliability
Lead multiple product and engineering teams delivering features and technology support spanning voice infrastructure, call quality monitoring, global telephony, and voice AI
Define and execute strategy for global voice coverage and quality
Create and deliver compelling content including executive presentations, technical demonstrations, and thought leadership
Partner with sales, marketing, and solution architects to drive customer adoption and growth
Work with a diverse portfolio of Fortune 500 customers across financial services, healthcare, retail, and travel industries
Qualification
Required
15+ years of enterprise software experience with focus on real-time communications
Bachelor's degree (MBA or MS in Computer Science preferred)
Deep knowledge of telecommunications, VoIP, and enterprise voice technologies
Experience with global telecommunications infrastructure and carrier relationships
Proven track record of public speaking and delivering executive-level presentations
Experience leading multiple product teams and driving cross-functional initiatives
Preferred
Track record of driving product and engineering strategy for cloud-native voice services
Strong understanding of voice AI technologies and speech processing
Experience working with global telecom regulations and compliance
Deep knowledge of AWS services and cloud computing
Benefits
Equity
Sign-on payments
Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Launched in 2006, Amazon Web Services (AWS) began exposing key infrastructure services to businesses in the form of web services -- now widely known as cloud computing.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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BIRD Foundation
2025-01-22Grant
Leadership Team
Matt Garman
Chief Executive Officer
Anand Desikan
CTO, CXO Advisor, and Enterprise Technologist
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