Amazon is seeking a Software Development Engineer to build and maintain embedded software for Linux-based devices and services. Requirements typically include a degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience; strong proficiency in C or C++; solid Linux development skills; and experience with software design, debugging, testing, and version control. Familiarity with embedded systems, networking, operating-system concepts, and performance optimization is valuable. The successful candidate is expected to write reliable, maintainable code, work effectively with hardware and software teams, investigate complex technical issues, and contribute throughout the development lifecycle. Experience with AWS services, distributed systems, automation, and an ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment would be advantageous.
Amazon is a global technology and commerce company best known for its online marketplace, but its businesses also include cloud computing through Amazon Web Services, digital entertainment, advertising, logistics, consumer devices, and artificial intelligence. The company operates internationally and employs software engineers, researchers, operations specialists, and business professionals across Europe. Amazon teams generally work in an ownership-focused environment, emphasizing customer needs, measurable results, experimentation, and long-term thinking. In Ireland, Amazon has significant operations in areas including Dublin, Cork, and other technology and business locations. Employees may work on AWS, devices, retail systems, infrastructure, security, and customer-facing products. The company is known for demanding technical standards, structured hiring, and opportunities to work on large-scale systems, although workloads and culture can vary considerably by team and manager.
Ireland offers strong opportunities in software engineering, cloud computing, medical technology, financial services, cybersecurity, pharmaceuticals, and multinational technology companies. Dublin is the main technology hub, while Cork, Galway, Limerick, and Waterford also provide growing career markets. Irish culture is generally friendly, social, and informal, with pubs, music, sport, festivals, and strong community life. The lifestyle combines attractive countryside, coastal scenery, and manageable travel distances, though housing—especially in Dublin—is expensive and competitive. Citizens of the EU, EEA, and Switzerland can generally live and work without an employment permit. Non-EEA applicants normally need an employer-sponsored permit; a Critical Skills Employment Permit may suit eligible software engineering roles and can support family relocation and later residency. Before moving, candidates should confirm the permit type, salary threshold, tax position, accommodation availability, healthcare arrangements, and registration requirements with official Irish authorities.
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