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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 Senior Software Development Engineer III for the Aurora team to build large-scale database services in the cloud. You'll work with AWS technologies, MySQL, and PostgreSQL to innovate and enhance database solutions. This position requires significant experience in software engineering and cloud services.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building large-scale systems. Your background includes working with cloud technologies and you have a strong understanding of database systems, including MySQL and PostgreSQL. You are passionate about creating efficient and scalable solutions that impact a vast number of users.
You possess deep expertise in AWS services and understand the intricacies of cloud computing. Your experience includes developing and managing complex systems that require high availability and performance. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative products.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Development Engineer III, you will be responsible for designing and implementing core components of Amazon Aurora, a relational database service. You will work on enhancing the performance and reliability of the service, ensuring it meets the needs of customers who rely on AWS for their database solutions. Your role will involve collaborating with other engineers to develop new features and improve existing functionalities.
You will also engage in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to architectural discussions. Your work will directly impact the way databases are built and managed in the cloud, providing significant value to AWS customers. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in cloud database technology.
What we offer
Amazon offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be part of a dynamic team that is at the forefront of cloud innovation, working on projects that have a global impact. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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