Job Description

Are you an experienced Big Data Engineer passionate about building scalable and enterprise-level data engineering solutions? This opportunity is a great fit for an experienced Big Data Engineer who enjoys working on large-scale computing and transforming large datasets leveraging AWS distributed systems. In addition to technical expertise, you will invest time to understand the needs of the business, the data behind it, and how to transform information into technical solutions that allow Amazon's Finance leadership to take action.

Key job responsibilities

- Collaborate with finance and business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

- Design and develop scalable big data pipelines to ingest, transform, and publish large volumes of data efficiently.

- Troubleshoot system and data quality issues

- Identify bottlenecks with current architecture and propose efficient and long term solutions

- Provide operational support by participating in team's on call rotations

- Contribute to system documentation and on call runbooks

- Mentor junior engineers and drive the successful implementation of projects.

A day in the life

As a data engineering team that supports the central finance team within Amazon, our primary customer will always be our CFO. Hence a day to day activity of a Sr. big data engineer within this team will mostly revolve around solving data engineering problems for transforming our ever growing financial data. You work with other financial teams to understand their business problems and deliver scalable technical solutions.

About the team

GFT Data Services team is the data engineering team within Corp FP&A. On our team, we enjoy a unique vantage point into everything happening within Amazon. As part of that, this role would be part of a team that is responsible for Company's enterprise-wide financial planning & analytics environment. The data flowing through our platform directly contributes to decision-making by our CFO and all levels of finance leadership. If you're passionate about building tools that enhance productivity, improve financial accuracy, reduce waste, and improve work-life harmony for a large and rapidly growing finance user base, come join us!

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 3+ years of data engineering experience

- Experience with big data technologies such as: Hadoop, Hive, Spark, EMR

- Experience building/operating highly available, distributed systems of data extraction, ingestion, and processing of large data sets

- Experience with data modeling, warehousing and building ETL pipelines

- Experience in at least one modern scripting or programming language, such as Python, Java, Scala, or NodeJS

- Experience with SQL

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $118,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $205,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

About Amazon

Learn More About Amazon

Audible is a provider of spoken audio information and entertainment , on the Internet. They provide premium spoken audio content, such as audio versions of books and newspapers and radio programs, that is delivered over the Internet and played back on personal computers and hand-held electronic devices. The Audible service allows consumers to purchase and download their content from their Website, store it in digital files and play it back on personal computers and electronic devices. More than 15,000 hours of audio content are available on their Web site, including audio versions of books, periodicals and radio programs. Several manufacturers have agreed to support and promote the playback of their content on their hand-held audio-enabled electronic devices.

Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests.

Work You’ll Do

At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you.

Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally.

Lead with Innovation and Leadership

Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards.

Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation.

Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits

Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security.

Internship and Networking Opportunities

Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company.

Future-Proof Your Career

With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends.

Stay Connected

Join Our Team

Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference.

Keep Up to Date

Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here.

Job Alert Emails

Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon.

Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.

Total value of jobs:

$8,452,430,701

Total Jobs:

9175

Average Pay:

$155,578

% Masters:

36%

* Ladders Estimates