Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Database Engineer for their Relational Database Service (RDS) team, one of AWS's fastest-growing businesses. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of cloud database services at the world's leading cloud platform.
The position combines deep technical expertise with customer advocacy, requiring someone who can bridge the gap between complex database engineering and real-world customer needs. You'll be working with IBM Db2 and other relational databases, architecting solutions that scale across AWS's global infrastructure.
As a Senior Database Engineer, you'll be integral to the Database Engineering (DBE) team, collaborating with development groups and acting as a subject matter expert. Your role involves both technical leadership and customer advocacy, ensuring that AWS's database solutions meet the exacting standards of enterprise customers.
The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in database engineering, with particular expertise in IBM Db2, along with broad knowledge of cloud infrastructure and systems engineering. You'll need to demonstrate proficiency in areas ranging from Linux systems administration to storage engineering, and from database internals to customer consultation.
AWS offers an environment that combines the innovation speed of a startup with the resources of a global technology leader. You'll be supported by a diverse, inclusive team that values knowledge-sharing and mentorship. The company provides comprehensive benefits, emphasizes work-life harmony, and offers clear paths for career advancement.
This role offers competitive compensation ranging from $131,400 to $227,000 annually, depending on location and experience, plus additional benefits including equity and sign-on payments. You'll be part of AWS's mission to continue leading cloud innovation while working on services that power thousands of businesses worldwide.
If you're passionate about databases, cloud technology, and solving complex technical challenges while directly impacting customers, this role offers the perfect blend of technical depth and business impact. Join AWS to help shape the future of cloud database services while growing your career in a supportive, innovative environment.