Sr Software Development Engineer, AWS Open Data Analytics Engines

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join their Open Data Analytics Engines team. This role is part of a strategic initiative focused on improving core analytics services like Athena and EMR, which leverage open source engines such as Trino and Spark. The team has achieved significant performance improvements, making the engines 5x more efficient through optimizations in query runtime, storage connectors, and compiler enhancements.

As a Senior Engineer, you'll be working on making deeper modifications to the query engine codebase, focusing on enterprise features and performance optimization. The role involves hands-on development, system design, and mentorship of other engineers. You'll be part of AWS Utility Computing (UC), which delivers foundational services like S3 and EC2, along with continuous innovations in cloud services.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $151,300 to $261,500 based on location and experience, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. You'll work in an inclusive environment that values diverse experiences and perspectives, with access to employee-led affinity groups, mentorship opportunities, and career development resources.

The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of professional software development experience, strong leadership capabilities, and expertise in system architecture. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment, contributing to services that power large-scale analytics for AWS customers worldwide. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on critical infrastructure used by organizations globally while working with a team of talented engineers at one of the world's leading cloud providers.