Sr Software Engineer, AWS DynamoDB
Sr Software Engineer, AWS DynamoDB
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Do you want to work on new scaling challenges for one of the largest databases on earth Do you enjoy simplifying complex problems and working on distributed systems Do you want to work on a product that can access petabytes of data in 9 milliseconds or less back up hundreds of terabytes of data in seconds even across continents DynamoDB is a keyvalue and document database that delivers singledigitmillisecond performance at any scale.
As one of the largest distributed database systems in the world we continue to believe it is Day 1 for the DynamoDB business. We are looking for a deeply technical teamfirst software development engineer to push this product even further. As our database continues to grow we need to scale the product even further. We are rearchitecting DynamoDBs global footprint to make it even more scalable.
DynamoDB engineers are constantly challenged to think of unique and innovative solutions.
The quality bar is high. As an engineer here you will work on building services that operate at a massive scale and are responsible for routing large amount of data. Our code is responsible for routing customer requests in the most efficient way across thousands of machines while providing high throughput and lowlatency experience. You will exercise your intellectual curiosity work with motivated teams of sharp individuals and get insightful guidance from senior and principal engineers.
This is a handson position in which you will own everything from requirements gathering designs design reviews implementations code reviews incremental feature launches operations mentoring and the driving of continuous improvement.
Key job responsibilities
Design Develop Manage optimize and reimagine highly distributed largescale services.
Translate complex functional and technical requirements into detailed architecture and design.
Be hands on. Work with others on the engineering team to manage daytoday development activities participate in designs design reviews code reviews and implementation.
Deliver quality features ontime and onbudget. Execute against project plans and delivery commitments.
Contribute to the intellectual property of Amazon through patents and external publications.
A day in the life
Amazon DynamoDB engineers are constantly challenged to think of unique and innovative solutions. The quality bar is high. As an engineer here you will work on the hardest engineering problems in distributed systems at a massive scale and on multiple dimensions. You will exercise your intellectual curiosity work with motivated teams of sharp individuals and get insightful guidance from senior and principal engineers.
5 years of noninternship professional software development experience
5 years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
5 years of leading design or architecture (design patterns reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
Experience as a mentor tech lead or leading an engineering team
5 years of full software development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing and operations experience
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
As one of the largest distributed database systems in the world we continue to believe it is Day 1 for the DynamoDB business. We are looking for a deeply technical teamfirst software development engineer to push this product even further. As our database continues to grow we need to scale the product even further. We are rearchitecting DynamoDBs global footprint to make it even more scalable.
DynamoDB engineers are constantly challenged to think of unique and innovative solutions.
The quality bar is high. As an engineer here you will work on building services that operate at a massive scale and are responsible for routing large amount of data. Our code is responsible for routing customer requests in the most efficient way across thousands of machines while providing high throughput and lowlatency experience. You will exercise your intellectual curiosity work with motivated teams of sharp individuals and get insightful guidance from senior and principal engineers.
This is a handson position in which you will own everything from requirements gathering designs design reviews implementations code reviews incremental feature launches operations mentoring and the driving of continuous improvement.
Key job responsibilities
Design Develop Manage optimize and reimagine highly distributed largescale services.
Translate complex functional and technical requirements into detailed architecture and design.
Be hands on. Work with others on the engineering team to manage daytoday development activities participate in designs design reviews code reviews and implementation.
Deliver quality features ontime and onbudget. Execute against project plans and delivery commitments.
Contribute to the intellectual property of Amazon through patents and external publications.
A day in the life
Amazon DynamoDB engineers are constantly challenged to think of unique and innovative solutions. The quality bar is high. As an engineer here you will work on the hardest engineering problems in distributed systems at a massive scale and on multiple dimensions. You will exercise your intellectual curiosity work with motivated teams of sharp individuals and get insightful guidance from senior and principal engineers.
5 years of noninternship professional software development experience
5 years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
5 years of leading design or architecture (design patterns reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
Experience as a mentor tech lead or leading an engineering team
5 years of full software development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing and operations experience
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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