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Job description
Amazon is hiring a Database Engineer — a full-time, based in Austin, TX role ($138k–$169k). Apply directly on Amazon's careers page below.
Position Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Information Technology or a related field and five years of post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Must have five years of experience in the following skills: (1) experience with RDS (PostgreSQL and MySQL), Redshift, or other RDBMS systems; (2) experience in UNIX shell and SQL; and (3) experience in database migrations and creation of objects in SQL and NoSQL technologies. Must have two years of experience with the following skills: (1) experience with DynamoDB, NoSQL Databases, or other relational databases; and (2) experience with Python, Ruby, Java, Perl, or a related procedural language.#0000
Please see job description and the position requirements above.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Employer: AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC
Offered Position: Database Engineer II
Job Location: Austin, Texas
Job Number: AMZ10455015
Position Responsibilities:
Design and develop specialized DBA tools and automation to enhance database performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency. This includes creating machine learning-based anomaly detection systems, developing monitoring frameworks using AMSR, enhancing troubleshooting tools, and building automation for cost and peak event management. Lead the end-to-end launch and scaling of databases for new Fulfillment Centers (FCs) and External Fulfillment Platforms (EFP), ensuring proper sequencing and readiness for production. Drive the expansion of sequencing implementations across other service teams. Optimize and monitor production database environments, implement recovery solutions using AWS cloud architectures, and support efforts to reduce fleet costs. Evaluate and integrate newly beta-tested technologies into Amazon’s DB stack and work on tuning database performance and planning for scaling and peak load requirements. Migrate applications between Amazon’s RDBMS and NoSQL technologies where appropriate. Participate in hiring, mentor junior engineers, conduct code and design reviews, and help ensure engineering best practices are upheld across the team. Utilize technologies such as Amazon Aurora (PostgreSQL/MySQL), RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Redshift, Apollo, and internal tools like Amazon Pipelines and Brazil Build System.
Position Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Information Technology or a related field and five years of post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Must have five years of experience in the following skills: (1) experience with RDS (PostgreSQL and MySQL), Redshift, or other RDBMS systems; (2) experience in UNIX shell and SQL; and (3) experience in database migrations and creation of objects in SQL and NoSQL technologies. Must have two years of experience with the following skills: (1) experience with DynamoDB, NoSQL Databases, or other relational databases; and (2) experience with Python, Ruby, Java, Perl, or a related procedural language.
Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.
40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $137,642/year to $168,800/year.
Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, visit:
https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.#0000
Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Information Technology or a related field and five years of post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Must have five years of experience in the following skills: (1) experience with RDS (PostgreSQL and MySQL), Redshift, or other RDBMS systems; (2) experience in UNIX shell and SQL; and (3) experience in database migrations and creation of objects in SQL and NoSQL technologies. Must have two years of experience with the following skills: (1) experience with DynamoDB, NoSQL Databases, or other relational databases; and (2) experience with Python, Ruby, Java, Perl, or a related procedural language.#0000
Please see job description and the position requirements above.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Employer: AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC
Offered Position: Database Engineer II
Job Location: Austin, Texas
Job Number: AMZ10455015
Position Responsibilities:
Design and develop specialized DBA tools and automation to enhance database performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency. This includes creating machine learning-based anomaly detection systems, developing monitoring frameworks using AMSR, enhancing troubleshooting tools, and building automation for cost and peak event management. Lead the end-to-end launch and scaling of databases for new Fulfillment Centers (FCs) and External Fulfillment Platforms (EFP), ensuring proper sequencing and readiness for production. Drive the expansion of sequencing implementations across other service teams. Optimize and monitor production database environments, implement recovery solutions using AWS cloud architectures, and support efforts to reduce fleet costs. Evaluate and integrate newly beta-tested technologies into Amazon’s DB stack and work on tuning database performance and planning for scaling and peak load requirements. Migrate applications between Amazon’s RDBMS and NoSQL technologies where appropriate. Participate in hiring, mentor junior engineers, conduct code and design reviews, and help ensure engineering best practices are upheld across the team. Utilize technologies such as Amazon Aurora (PostgreSQL/MySQL), RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Redshift, Apollo, and internal tools like Amazon Pipelines and Brazil Build System.
Position Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Information Technology or a related field and five years of post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Must have five years of experience in the following skills: (1) experience with RDS (PostgreSQL and MySQL), Redshift, or other RDBMS systems; (2) experience in UNIX shell and SQL; and (3) experience in database migrations and creation of objects in SQL and NoSQL technologies. Must have two years of experience with the following skills: (1) experience with DynamoDB, NoSQL Databases, or other relational databases; and (2) experience with Python, Ruby, Java, Perl, or a related procedural language.
Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.
40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range $137,642/year to $168,800/year.
Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, visit:
https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.#0000
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What is the salary for Database Engineer at Amazon?
The estimated salary range for Database Engineer at Amazon is $138,000 - $169,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Database Engineer at Amazon?
The required skills for Database Engineer at Amazon include: RDS, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redshift, SQL, NoSQL, DynamoDB, Python, Ruby, Java, Perl, S3.
What is the seniority level for Database Engineer at Amazon?
Database Engineer at Amazon is a Mid Level level position.
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