--- title: Jr. Software Development Engineer at Amazon description: Amazon is hiring for the Jr. Software Development Engineer role in Detroit, MI. Pays $63.2K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/jr-software-development-engineer-at-amazon-01a16b4a-beb3-7e23-93b4-cc85bc215c1f date: 2026-10-24T01:15:29Z og_description: Join Amazon as Jr. Software Development Engineer in Detroit, MI. Pays $63.2K per year. Part-time, hybrid role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/g9egxa.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Amazon](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/amazon?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Detroit, MI (Hybrid) | | **Salary** | $63.2K/yr | | **Type** | Part Time | | **Posted** | Oct 22, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** C · Some flags. Mostly fine, a few things to check. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Amazon sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 24,548 H-1B petitions (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Amazon. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $169,000 – $198,000 a year (median $169,000). ## Description 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 Detroit, an established Jr. community fosters meaningful connections between you and your peers. Our team is currently looking for students to start with our January 2027 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 December 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 January 2027 \- Ability to work in person year-round at the Detroit 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 Detroit, MI \- 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 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. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. 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