Jobs · Engineering · Iowa

Cloud Engineer with AWS and Java

Aroha Technologies, Inc · Cedar Rapids, IA · 2 wk ago
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Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of AWS-based cloud solutions.
  • Design and optimize DevOps processes and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and business teams to deliver scalable solutions.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
  • Monitor system performance, reliability, scalability, and security.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and architectural guidance.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud and application issues.
  • Drive cloud modernization and automation initiatives.
  • Stay current with emerging cloud, DevOps, and software engineering technologies.

Required Skills

  • Cloud & DevOps
  • AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS and related services)
  • Terraform
  • Docker
  • Jenkins
  • Git
  • CI/CD Pipelines
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • Cloud Architecture and Design
  • Development
  • Java
  • Spring Boot
  • Spring Framework
  • REST API Design and Development
  • Apache Camel
  • Maven
  • Front-End & Full Stack Exposure
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • Angular / AngularJS
  • Node.js
  • NPM
  • NestJS
  • Testing & Automation
  • Playwright
  • Karma
  • ViTest
  • Modern Development Practices
  • AI-assisted coding tools and practices
  • AWS Kiro (preferred)
  • Business Analysis & Technical Management
  • Business Process Mapping (AS-IS / TO-BE)
  • Functional and Non-Functional Requirements Documentation
  • User Stories and Acceptance Criteria
  • Backlog Grooming
  • Gap Analysis and Impact Analysis
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Data Analysis and Reporting
  • UAT Planning and Defect Management
  • Strong Documentation and Communication Skills
  • Technical & IT Skills
  • Strong understanding of IT systems and architecture
  • Infrastructure, Cloud, and Application Platforms
  • APIs, Integrations, and Data Flows
  • Security Concepts, Compliance, and Access Controls
  • SDLC Methodologies
  • DevOps Practices
  • Incident, Problem, and Change Management
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts to business stakeholders
  • Tools & Platforms
  • Jira / Azure DevOps
  • Azure DevOps
  • Confluence / SharePoint
  • ServiceNow
  • MS Project / Smartsheet
  • Visio / Lucidchart
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Leadership & Soft Skills
  • Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills
  • Facilitation and negotiation expertise
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to manage ambiguity and changing priorities
  • Executive-level communication and presentation skills
  • Ownership mindset and accountability

Preferred Certifications

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
  • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer
  • AWS Certified Developer
  • Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer

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