At Amazon Web Services (AWS), our goal is to simplify the use of data for enhanced decision-making through analytics. In this pursuit, Amazon DataZone, recognized as one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving AWS services, is looking to expand its team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing and building strategic, innovative analytics products. This position offers a unique opportunity to significantly impact the growing landscape of data analytics and management. Join us as we shape the future of data-driven decision-making in one of the most exciting and promising areas of AWS.
Key job responsibilities
In this role, you will have the exceptional opportunity to be a part of the foundational team of a rapidly expanding business area, significantly influencing both technology and product direction from the ground up. As a Software Development Engineer, your responsibilities will encompass designing, building, and scaling both our front-end framework and back-end APIs and services. This position demands a candidate who can think strategically and analytically about business and product challenges, and who possesses the ability to integrate compelling value propositions into software development.
Your role will require strong cross-organizational collaboration, as you will work closely with engineers and leaders to drive product vision and lead technical implementation efforts. The successful candidate will demonstrate a unique blend of technical leadership and deep engineering expertise, combined with the ability to dive into the details to guide engineering decisions. This position offers the chance to engage and influence a diverse team, playing a key role in shaping the future of our product and business.
A day in the life
As a key member of the DataZone team, you will contribute significantly to our data management service. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are enthusiastic about developing advanced analytics experiences that meet the high standards of AWS customers. You will focus on creating solutions that are architecturally sound, scalable, resilient, and easy to operate.
Your role in launching core modules and features for Amazon DataZone at its early stage presents a chance to fully utilize your experience and challenge yourself in a dynamic environment. This is a high-profile initiative in one of AWS's most strategic areas, where your work will play a crucial role in defining the future of data management and setting new benchmarks for customer satisfaction and technical innovation.
About the team
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Utility Computing (UC)
AWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations — from foundational services such as Amazon’s Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS’s services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you’ll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (IoT), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
