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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.

Are you ready to pioneer the future of cloud database technology? Join Amazon Aurora’s Storage sub-team in Bangalore as a Senior Manager and lead a breakthrough in distributed storage systems. This unique role offers a blend of technical innovation and site leadership, perfect for visionaries eager to reshape the cloud database landscape. Imagine spearheading the development of next-generation storage solutions that power one of the world’s most advanced database services. You’ll be tackling planet-scale challenges, crafting innovations that ensure unmatched data durability, seamless scalability, and lightning-fast replication across multiple availability zones. Your work will directly impact millions of global customers, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in cloud computing. As a technical leader, you’ll solve complex distributed systems challenges and mentor top-tier talent. As a site leader, you’ll elevate Aurora Bangalore’s status as a key innovation center within AWS, cultivating a culture of excellence and cross-functional collaboration. This role is your opportunity to make a lasting impact, balancing hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership, and help shape the future of Amazon Aurora as an industry leader.
As a Senior Manager, you’ll be at the helm of both technical innovation and site leadership for Aurora in Bangalore. Your role will be multifaceted, combining strategic vision with hands-on technical expertise. You’ll shape the long-term technical roadmap and set ambitious goals to drive performance improvements that benefit our customers. A key aspect of your role will be fostering a thriving engineering community, aligning organizational leaders on priorities, and optimizing resource allocation to achieve critical objectives. Your technical acumen will be put to the test as you identify architectural bottlenecks, develop proof-of-concepts, and guide senior engineers in crafting robust technical solutions. You’ll be instrumental in streamlining delivery timelines through strategic engineering plans. Communication will be crucial as you keep senior leadership informed, navigate risks, and make judicious technical trade-offs to maximize customer impact. Leading by example, you’ll actively participate in implementation, demonstrating best practices in coding and testing. Your commitment to quality will be evident in your meticulous focus on metrics, implementation of automation to reduce operational burden, and emphasis on scalable tools to address operational challenges. This quality-first mindset will inspire and permeate throughout your team. As the site lead, you’ll be the face of Aurora in cross-functional projects, working to establish Bangalore as a key innovation hub. Your role will be pivotal in integrating the Aurora Bangalore team with the broader AWS ecosystem, significantly contributing to Amazon Aurora’s continued success and growth. This position offers a unique opportunity to leave a lasting imprint on both the technical landscape of Aurora and the development of a high-performing engineering center in Bangalore.

We’re looking for a leader who has successfully guided teams of seasoned engineers in developing large-scale database or storage solutions, demonstrating a proven track record in managing complex, high-impact projects. A strong foundation in distributed systems is essential, coupled with the ability to drive the team towards resolving intricate operational challenges. The right individual excels in cultivating a cross-functional collaborative environment, fostering innovation and creativity among team members. They should possess deep expertise in architecting distributed storage systems, either building them from the ground up or significantly enhancing existing architectures to boost availability and performance. This role requires a unique blend of technical prowess, strategic thinking, and leadership skills, with the ability to balance hands-on technical work with high-level system design and team management.

About the team
Diverse Experiences
AWS 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.

Why AWS?
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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

– 10+ years of engineering experience
– 5+ years of engineering team management experience
– 10+ years of planning, designing, developing and delivering consumer software experience
– Experience partnering with product or program management teams
– Experience managing multiple concurrent programs, projects and development teams in an Agile environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

– Experience partnering with product and program management teams
– Experience designing and developing large scale, high-traffic applications