The Software Development Engineer position at Amazon Redshift focuses on building systems that enhance Redshift clusters globally. The role involves significant ownership of product vision, defining new features and architecture. Engineers will convert complex requirements into valuable projects while leading substantial initiatives and mentoring team members. This opportunity is ideal for those looking to impact technology for a diverse range of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to startups.

• 1+ years of software development engineer or related occupational experience
• 1+ years of designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered, multi-threaded, embedded or distributed software applications, tools, systems, and services using C#, C++, Java, or Perl
• 1+ years of Object Oriented Design experience
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language
• 3+ years of full software development life cycle experience, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
• Master's degree in computer science or equivalent

• Build systems that benefit Redshift clusters across the world
• Take significant ownership of the overall product vision by defining new features and architecture
• Distill complex and ambiguous requirements into meaningful projects that provide immense customer value
• Own and code end-to-end deliverables from design, development, deployment, monitoring, and operations
• Lead engineers on substantial projects and help develop a flourishing team through active mentoring and hiring

• Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.