Amazon is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to work on Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS) for Oracle. The role involves designing, developing, testing, deploying and operating highly available database services used by customers worldwide. Candidates are expected to have substantial professional software engineering experience, strong skills in languages such as Java, C++ or similar, and knowledge of distributed systems, databases, operating systems and cloud technologies. Experience with Oracle databases, automation, troubleshooting, scalability and production support would be valuable. The successful candidate should demonstrate sound engineering judgement, ownership, clear communication and the ability to collaborate across teams while delivering reliable, secure and maintainable services.
Amazon is a global technology and commerce company operating in e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, logistics, advertising and artificial intelligence. Founded in 1994, it serves consumers, businesses and public-sector customers through a broad range of products and services. Amazon Web Services is one of its largest divisions, providing infrastructure and platform services to organisations worldwide, including Amazon RDS, which offers managed relational databases. The company is known for its customer-focused culture, large-scale engineering challenges and leadership principles that emphasise ownership, invention, high standards and long-term thinking. Amazon employs people across Ireland in software development, cloud services, operations, finance, customer support and corporate functions. Its Irish operations are particularly important to AWS and European technology delivery.
Ireland offers strong opportunities in software engineering, cloud computing, cybersecurity, pharmaceuticals, finance and technology consulting, with major employers concentrated in Dublin, Cork, Galway and Limerick. The culture is generally friendly, informal and community-oriented, with English used widely in professional life. Ireland provides a good lifestyle, access to nature, lively music and sports scenes, and convenient travel around Europe, although housing costs and availability—especially in Dublin—can be challenging. Non-EEA nationals normally need an employment permit. Experienced software engineers may qualify for a Critical Skills Employment Permit if the role, salary and employer meet current requirements; eligible applicants can later pursue longer-term residence. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can work without a permit. Relocating employees should budget for rent deposits, temporary accommodation, transport and healthcare arrangements, and confirm tax, immigration and housing details before moving.
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