The role is for an experienced software development engineer focused on enhancing Amazon Neptune, a fully-managed graph database service. The team values mentorship and knowledge sharing, fostering an inclusive environment for diverse experiences. The engineer will work on developing algorithms and features to improve the database's performance and reliability. This position offers opportunities for career growth and collaboration with talented team members.

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture experience of new and existing systems
• 1+ years of experience in C++, Rust, or a related programming language
• Knowledge of database internals, query planning and optimization, and storage performance
• 3+ years of experience in the full software development life cycle
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

• Design and deliver new algorithms and features for Neptune's high availability and performance.
• Participate in project execution to develop cutting-edge database service capabilities.
• Create metrics, implement automation, and resolve software defects.
• Build high-impact solutions for a large customer base.
• Engage in design discussions and code reviews while communicating with stakeholders.
• Work cross-functionally to influence 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.