Senior Amazon Dedicated Cloud Engineer, ADC Non-Relational and Emerging Database Services

Join Amazon's elite Non-Relational and Emerging Database technical team in Denver, CO, where you'll work alongside top-tier engineers and technical managers. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with cloud infrastructure management, focusing on AWS services like DynamoDB, ElastiCache, and Neptune within Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC) regions.

As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you'll be responsible for building, deploying, and monitoring critical database services while driving operational excellence and automation initiatives. The position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph, reflecting the high-security nature of the work.

Your day-to-day activities will involve deep technical problem-solving, metric analysis, service launches, and innovative automation development. You'll work during standard business hours in downtown Denver, with approximately 10 days of on-call duties per quarter.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $139,500 to $210,000 based on location and experience, plus comprehensive benefits and potential equity. You'll be part of AWS Utility Computing (UC), which pioneered cloud computing and continues to innovate with foundational services like S3 and EC2.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about distributed systems, automation, and operational excellence. You'll have the chance to impact major AWS database services while working in a culture that values work-life harmony, continuous learning, and inclusive team dynamics.

Key technical requirements include strong Linux expertise, experience with high-availability distributed systems, and proven troubleshooting abilities. The ideal candidate will combine technical depth with leadership capabilities, as you'll be expected to mentor team members and drive technical direction.

Amazon's commitment to diversity, continuous learning, and career development makes this an ideal role for those looking to grow their careers in cloud technology while working on critical infrastructure that powers many of the world's largest organizations.