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MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE Employer: AMAZON ADVERTISING LLC Offered Position: Software Dev Engineer III Job Location: New York, New York Job Number: AMZ10119675 Position Responsibilities: Lead the architecture and design of large-scale, distributed database systems using Microsoft SQL Server in AWS cloud environments. Optimize SQL Server performance for cloud-based deployments, focusing on high-availability and scalability. Develop and implement solutions that seamlessly integrate Windows-based SQL Server with AWS's Linux-based infrastructure. Create and maintain cross-platform tools and processes to ensure smooth operation in a hybrid environment. Serve as a technical lead for enterprise-level database services, addressing complex customer requirements and concerns. Collaborate with account managers and solution architects to design and implement database solutions that meet specific enterprise needs. Stay abreast of competitor offerings, particularly Microsoft Azure, and contribute to product strategy. Propose and implement innovative features to maintain AWS's competitive edge in the database services market. Lead agile development cycles to quickly prototype, develop, and deploy new database features and improvements. Balance speed of delivery with code quality, security, and scalability requirements. Design and implement integrations between SQL Server and other AWS services (e.g., EC2, VPC, IAM). Collaborate with other AWS teams to ensure optimal performance and seamless user experience across the AWS ecosystem. Develop and implement strategies for managing database performance at massive scale, supporting thousands of concurrent customers. Create advanced monitoring and troubleshooting tools for large-scale database deployments. Ensure all database solutions meet required security standards and compliance regulations (e.g., FedRAMP, GDPR, HIPAA). Develop and implement security best practices for database management in cloud environments. Design and develop sophisticated automation systems for database management tasks. Integrate AI/ML technologies to enhance database performance, security, and ease of use. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members. Conduct design reviews and offer feedback on architecture, performance, and scalability issues. Engage directly with enterprise customers to gather requirements, provide technical consultations, and support complex implementations. Translate customer needs into technical specifications and product roadmap items. Create comprehensive technical documentation for internal teams and customers. Contribute to best practices guides, whitepapers, and other educational materials related to SQL Server on AWS. 40 hours / week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Salary Range: $184,900/year to $250,200/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. Amazon.com is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.#0000
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.