Principal Technical Program Manager, Search at Amazon
About the role
Amazon is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager to lead high-impact initiatives for Amazon Search in our Retail business. In this role, you will define and drive complex, cross-functional programs that enhance search relevance, performance, and customer experience at global scale. You will partner with engineering, data science, and product teams to set roadmaps, manage risks, and deliver innovative search capabilities. You’ll leverage data, experimentation, and deep technical understan…
Interview process at Amazon
Leadership Principles-heavy. Expect every behavioral answer to map to at least one LP. Coding rounds are LeetCode medium; system design at senior+.
- Recruiter screen
- OA (online assessment) - 2 coding problems + work simulation + logic puzzles
- Phone screen with hiring manager (behavioral + 1 coding)
- Full loop: 4-5 rounds, each explicitly mapping to 2-3 Leadership Principles. One 'Bar Raiser' round - most weight.
- Debrief + offer
Platforms used: internal loop, HireVue for some roles
How to prepare
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