AWS Architect/Engineer

Client is seeking a skilled AWS Architect/Engineer to design and develop scalable cloud solutions.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building enterprise-grade AWS applications and guiding development teams in implementing best practices. You'll also work closely with cross-functional teams to develop robust, secure, and efficient systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement cloud-native solutions using AWS services
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle: planning, requirements, coding, testing, QA, deployment
• Develop large-scale data processing pipelines with technologies like Snowflake, Kafka, MongoDB, etc.
• Perform ELT using Snowflake stored procedures and work with Postgres databases
• Ensure performance, scalability, and uptime of applications
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues, identify root causes, and implement long-term solutions
• Mentor development teams on AWS tools and best practices
• Create CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, Terraform, HELM, and integrate tools like Snyk and Prisma for code/container scanning
• Collaborate with business analysts, product owners, and other stakeholders
• Develop and implement APIs and microservices using technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes (EKS, Rancher)
• Ensure compliance with security protocols and standards (e.g., OAuth, OpenID, JWT)
• Utilize monitoring/logging tools like CloudWatch, Dynatrace, Splunk
• Participate in Agile development processes and use test-driven development

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 7 + years of experience in cloud architecture, software engineering, or a related field
• Experience working with Kafka, including producers, consumers, and connectors (MongoDB Atlas, Snowflake Sink/Source)
• Proficiency in Snowflake, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB Atlas
• Advanced SQL skills and data modeling experience
• Programming proficiency in one or more: .NET, Java, Python, Go
• Experience in building microservices using Docker, Kubernetes (EKS or Rancher)
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools and infrastructure as code (Terraform, GitLab)
• Experience with OAuth2, OpenID Connect, JWT for secure authentication/authorization
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams
• Familiar with Agile/Scrum methodologies

Bonus Skills (Preferred):

• CBAP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or other relevant certifications
• Experience with front-end development frameworks such as Angular
• Familiarity with Swagger, RESTful API design
• Experience with on-prem to AWS migration
• Knowledge of DevOps and observability best practices

Front-End Experience (Bonus/Optional Role Overlap):

• Angular, .NET, Java, Swagger, MongoAtlas, Snowflake, PostGres
• SQL query development and API integration
• UI/UX enhancement and tools development
• Agile collaboration and test automation