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- Headquartered in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
- Over 1.5 million employees worldwide
- Leading cloud services through Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Acquired Whole Foods, Twitch, and Ring
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Overview
Amazon is hiring a Software Development Engineer for their Open Data Analytics team to work on Amazon Athena, an analytics service for data lakes. You'll utilize technologies like SQL, Apache, and AWS to solve complex engineering challenges. This position requires experience in data-driven environments.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on data analytics and big data technologies. Your experience includes working with open-source query engines and you are familiar with SQL and Apache technologies. You are a hands-on engineer who thrives in solving complex engineering problems and are eager to learn new areas in the field.
You understand the importance of customer needs and are committed to delivering high-quality solutions that enhance user experience. Your technical expertise allows you to bridge the gap between open-source technologies and high-performance systems. You are driven by engineering excellence and have a proven track record of running production services successfully.
What you'll do
As a Software Development Engineer, you will design and build features for Amazon Athena, focusing on improving performance and reliability. You will work on scaling infrastructure, including virtualization, tenant isolation, and scheduling, to ensure the service can handle varying data volumes and query complexities. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that meet customer needs and enhance the overall analytics experience.
You will also be responsible for optimizing the open-source based engine, implementing memory management techniques, and applying micro-optimizations to improve query performance. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of data processing and analytics at Amazon, making it easier for customers to gain insights from their data lakes.
What we offer
Amazon provides a competitive salary range of $143,700.00 - $194,400.00 USD annually, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that encourages continuous learning and professional development. Join us to make a significant impact in the world of big data and analytics.
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