Job Role: Software Development Engineer I (SDE I) – Amazon University Talent Acquisition
Company: Amazon
Job Location: Bengaluru (Karnataka), Hyderabad (Telangana), Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Delhi (NCR/UP), India
Job Type: Full-Time
Eligible Batch: 2025 / 2026 Passouts (Recent Graduates / Final-Year Students)
Work Mode: On-site / Hybrid (location-dependent)
Expected CTC: Competitive fresher package (indicative ₹18-30 LPA base + bonuses + stocks based on recent Amazon SDE I hiring trends in India; actual based on interview performance and location)
Amazon SDE I Overview
Amazon is a global technology leader obsessed with customer innovation, building scalable distributed systems that impact millions worldwide. This SDE I role through University Talent Acquisition is targeted at recent/final-year graduates passionate about solving complex problems at massive scale using cutting-edge tech in areas like distributed computing, storage, query systems, AI, and more.
This is one of the most competitive fresher SDE roles in India perfect for strong coders with solid DSA/problem-solving who thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments. Skip if your fundamentals in algorithms, OOP, or coding interviews aren’t sharp, as Amazon’s bar remains extremely high even for entry-level.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to design, build, and launch innovative products/services
- Develop scalable, fault-tolerant distributed systems and technologies at massive scale
- Build solutions for predictions, storage, indexing, and query systems that are low-cost and easy to manage
- Design/code solutions starting from broadly defined problems in an agile environment
- Deliver high-quality software with a focus on performance, maintainability, and customer impact
Eligibility Criteria for Amazon SDE I (University Talent Acquisition)
Mandatory Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Strong knowledge of CS fundamentals: OOP, algorithms, data structures, problem-solving, complexity analysis
- Proficiency in at least one programming language: C/C++, Python, Java, or Perl
- Graduating in 2025 or 2026 (or recent graduates eligible through university hiring)
Preferred Skills
- Previous technical internship(s)
- Experience with distributed/multi-tiered systems, algorithms, and relational databases
- Knowledge of optimization mathematics (linear/nonlinear programming)
- Strong communication to articulate technical challenges/solutions
- Comfort handling ambiguity and abstract thinking
Amazon Salary, Benefits and Perks
- CTC: Highly competitive (indicative ₹18-30 LPA total; base + sign-on + RSUs + performance bonus)
- Comprehensive health, financial, and well-being benefits
- Stock grants (RSUs) that vest over time
- Learning & development opportunities, career mobility across global teams
- Inclusive culture with accommodations for disabilities and diverse backgrounds
CTC figures are indicative based on recent Amazon SDE fresher hiring patterns in India (from Levels.fyi, AmbitionBox, Glassdoor). Actual offers vary significantly by location, interview performance, and negotiation.
Amazon Selection Process
- Online application via Amazon.jobs (rolling basis)
- Online assessments (coding, work style, logical reasoning)
- Phone/virtual interview(s) (coding + behavioral)
- Loop interviews (multiple rounds: coding, system design basics, leadership principles)
- Offer and background check
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How to Apply for Amazon SDE I (University Talent Acquisition)
Official Apply Link:
Apply Online – Amazon Jobs
Documents Required: Updated resume, academic transcripts/mark sheets
Note: Applications reviewed on rolling basis—apply early for better chances.
FAQs for Amazon SDE I 2026
Who can apply for this role?
2025/2026 graduates (or recent) with strong CS fundamentals and coding skills.
Is this role suitable for freshers?
Yes. Entry-level SDE role specifically for university hires/fresh graduates.
Is work from home available?
Hybrid possible (varies by team/location); expect significant on-site collaboration in Bengaluru/Hyderabad/Chennai/Delhi.
What is the interview focus?
Heavy on coding (DSA), system design basics, Amazon Leadership Principles, and problem-solving under ambiguity.
About Amazon
Amazon is a customer-obsessed technology company building innovative products and services at global scale, from e-commerce and cloud computing (AWS) to AI, devices, and digital entertainment.
Last Updated January 2026 | Job verified and active (rolling recruitment)