The Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL Engine team is seeking experienced technical experts to build large-scale database systems that operate across thousands of servers globally. This role involves significant system software component design and development, focusing on high availability, reliability, and performance. Engineers will work in a collaborative environment, tackling challenging problems in distributed systems and database internals. The team values mentorship and innovation, aiming to deliver impactful solutions for a vast customer base.

• 7+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• 7+ years of programming experience with at least one software programming language
• 5+ years of experience leading design or architecture of new and existing systems
• Experience as a mentor or tech lead for an engineering team
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
• 7+ years of experience in the full software development life cycle
• Knowledge of PostgreSQL internals

• Solve challenging technical problems at every layer of the stack.
• Design, implement, test, deploy, and maintain innovative software solutions.
• Build high-quality, highly available, always-on products.
• Research implementations that deliver the best possible customer experiences.
• Create metrics, implement automation, and resolve software defects.
• Participate in design discussions and code reviews.
• Work cross-functionally to drive business decisions with technical input.

• 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.