Software Development Engineer, Amazon Aurora DSQL

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Software Development Engineer to join the Aurora DSQL team, which is at the forefront of building revolutionary transactional database technology. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of databases at Amazon and beyond.

The position focuses on the Query Processing (QP) team, responsible for optimizing SQL statement execution. You'll work on crucial components including SQL parsing, analysis, rewriting, planning, and execution while interfacing with custom-built storage systems. The role demands expertise in database technology and large-scale cloud services.

As part of AWS's Utility Computing organization, you'll contribute to foundational services like S3 and EC2, while pushing the boundaries of innovation in cloud computing. The team operates in a startup-like environment, focusing on high-impact projects that serve AWS's global customer base.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 annually, based on geographic location, plus comprehensive benefits including equity and sign-on payments. AWS values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive culture through employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning experiences.

You'll join a supportive team that celebrates knowledge-sharing and mentorship, with senior members providing one-on-one guidance and thorough code reviews. The team emphasizes career growth, assigning projects that help develop engineering expertise and tackle increasingly complex challenges.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of professional software development experience, strong system design capabilities, and a passion for solving complex technical problems. You'll collaborate across teams, participate in design discussions, and contribute to building highly available, always-on products that transform service performance, durability, cost, and security.

AWS offers a culture that promotes work-life harmony, ongoing learning, and professional development. You'll be part of an organization committed to becoming Earth's Best Employer, with access to extensive knowledge-sharing resources and career advancement opportunities.

Join AWS during this formative period and be part of a team that's revolutionizing database technology while working with some of the most sophisticated cloud computing systems in the industry.