Software Development Engineer, Aurora PostgreSQL Team

Amazon Aurora is an innovative division within AWS, focusing on MySQL and PostgreSQL-compatible database solutions that deliver enterprise-grade performance, availability, and durability. The Aurora Performance team is seeking experienced technical experts in relational databases and large-scale storage systems. This role offers an opportunity to work on challenging problems in distributed systems, database internals, query optimization, and performance engineering.

The position is part of AWS's Utility Computing organization, which provides foundational services like S3 and EC2. Team members will collaborate across diverse projects to impact AWS's global customer base, working with one of the most senior teams in AWS. The role involves building large-scale database systems that operate across thousands of servers in multiple datacenters worldwide.

The team culture emphasizes knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and continuous learning. AWS values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive environment through various employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning experiences. The organization is committed to career development, offering resources and opportunities for professional growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about database technology and distributed systems to work on industry-leading cloud services. The role combines technical challenges with the chance to innovate and contribute to systems used by customers worldwide. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus additional benefits and potential equity compensation.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in software development, system architecture, and a passion for building scalable database solutions. They will join a collaborative environment that celebrates knowledge-sharing and technical excellence while working on cutting-edge database technology that powers thousands of businesses globally.