System Development Engineer, DynamoDB

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in systems development engineering, with a strong focus on building scalable systems that handle high traffic and data loads. Your expertise in AWS and DynamoDB allows you to design and implement solutions that meet the demands of millions of requests per second. You are well-versed in fault tolerance and understand the importance of maintaining system availability even during network failures. Your background in Linux systems gives you the ability to optimize performance and troubleshoot issues effectively.

You thrive in environments where you can take ownership of complex projects and drive them to completion. You have a rigorous approach to system design, ensuring that your solutions are not only efficient but also resilient. Your collaborative nature allows you to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including networking and database specialists, to deliver high-quality results.

Desirable

Experience with high-performance networking technologies is a plus, as is familiarity with key-value and document databases. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and are eager to tackle challenges that come with building systems at scale. A passion for continuous learning and improvement drives you to stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.

What you'll do

As a Senior Systems Development Engineer at Amazon, you will be responsible for designing and implementing systems that support DynamoDB's networking infrastructure. You will work on ensuring low latency and high availability for our customers, handling petabytes of data and millions of requests per second. Your role will involve balancing load, managing heat, and adapting to failures without human intervention, all while maintaining the performance standards expected by our users.

You will collaborate closely with other engineers to develop solutions that enhance the reliability and efficiency of our systems. This includes conducting performance analysis, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing optimizations to improve overall system performance. You will also be involved in troubleshooting and resolving complex issues that arise in a high-scale environment, ensuring that our customers experience no impact during network failures.

Your contributions will have a significant impact on the success of DynamoDB and its ability to support mission-critical workloads for some of the world's fastest-growing businesses. You will be part of a team that values innovation and encourages you to bring your ideas to the table, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

What we offer

At Amazon, we offer a competitive compensation package that includes salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and be part of a team that is shaping the future of cloud computing. We believe in investing in our employees' growth and development, providing opportunities for career advancement and skill enhancement. Join us and be part of a mission-driven organization that is committed to delivering exceptional value to our customers.