Senior PostgreSQL Database Engineer, RDS

AWS is seeking a Senior PostgreSQL Database Engineer for their Relational Database Service (RDS) team, one of AWS's fastest-growing businesses. This role is part of the Database Engineering Team for RDS and Aurora PostgreSQL, focused on building and improving PostgreSQL as a fully managed database service. This is not a traditional DBA role - you'll be an integral part of the core engineering team working on product development and innovation.

The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge database technology at massive scale. You'll collaborate with developers, product managers, and customers to design and implement features, resolve critical issues, and shape the direction of the RDS service. The role combines deep technical expertise with customer interaction, requiring both strong database engineering skills and excellent communication abilities.

The team culture emphasizes knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and inclusive collaboration. AWS values diverse experiences and provides numerous opportunities for professional growth and learning. You'll work in a startup-like environment while having the resources and impact of AWS's global platform.

Key technical requirements include extensive experience with PostgreSQL and other database systems, strong programming skills, and understanding of database internals. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on technology that powers some of the world's largest organizations.

This position is perfect for someone who combines deep database expertise with a passion for building customer-focused solutions and desires to work at the forefront of cloud database technology.