AWS Full Stack / Backend Developer

About the role

A mid to senior-level AWS developer is sought to design, develop, and support cloud-native applications within the AWS ecosystem. This fully remote contract role involves building serverless solutions, API integrations, and backend services to support modern web applications hosted on Amazon S3.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain cloud-native applications on AWS.
• Build and support serverless solutions utilizing AWS Lambda, Step Functions, and API Gateway.
• Develop backend services and REST APIs supporting React-based web applications hosted on Amazon S3.
• Design and implement integrations between AWS services and Oracle databases.
• Develop batch processing and event-driven architectures using SQS, SNS, and EventBridge.
• Configure and support CloudWatch for monitoring, alerting, and operational visibility.
• Support automation of infrastructure through Infrastructure as Code practices.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous integration and deployment.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, analysts, and business stakeholders on project initiatives.
• Participate in Agile and Scrum ceremonies ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience working with cloud technologies, particularly AWS.
• Hands-on experience with AWS Lambda, Step Functions, API Gateway, and serverless application development.
• Strong Python development skills.
• Proven experience developing REST APIs and backend services.
• Experience with Oracle database integrations and cloud modernization projects.
• Familiarity with deploying and maintaining scalable, secure cloud solutions.
• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum development methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and deliver production-ready solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Pay

$80.00 – $90.00 hourly