Software Development Engineer, Aurora Storage

AWS Utility Computing (UC) is at the forefront of cloud innovation, providing foundational services like Amazon S3 and EC2. This role is specifically focused on Amazon Aurora, a MySQL and PostgreSQL-compatible relational database service that delivers up to 5x better performance than MySQL at 1/10th the cost of commercial databases.

As a Software Development Engineer in the Aurora Storage team, you'll be working on building and maintaining large-scale systems that span tens of thousands of servers across multiple global data centers. This is a core systems development position where you'll own the design and development of critical software components for our industry-leading cloud database services.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work on challenging technical problems that haven't been solved before, at every layer of the stack. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining innovative software solutions that transform service performance, durability, cost, and security. The position requires both technical expertise and the ability to work in a fast-paced, startup-like environment within Amazon's larger organization.

Key responsibilities include building high-impact solutions for a large customer base, participating in design discussions and code reviews, and working cross-functionally with various teams. You'll also be involved in creating metrics, implementing automation improvements, and resolving root causes of software defects.

The team culture emphasizes learning and curiosity, with strong support for diversity and inclusion through employee-led affinity groups. Amazon values work-life harmony and provides extensive opportunities for mentorship and career growth. The company offers comprehensive benefits and supports workplace accommodations for those who need them.

This role is ideal for someone who combines deep technical expertise with strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset. You'll be joining a team that's revolutionizing how databases are built for the cloud, with direct impact on hundreds of thousands of AWS customers.