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Associate Platform Engineer / AWS / Python

Charlotte, NC, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 3 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

$80000 - $120000/yr

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

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Skills

Amazon Lambda
Cloud Computing
Software Engineering
Object-Oriented Programming
Amazon S3
Amazon SQS
API
Amazon EC2
NoSQL
Database
Web Services
TypeScript
JavaScript
Customer Facing
Communication
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
GitHub
Terraform
Machine Learning (ML)
Startups
Enterprise Resource Planning
TMS
Accounting
Amazon Web Services
System Administration
Python
React.js
Interfaces
Production Support
Product Development
Research and Development
Collaboration
IaaS
Optimization
Debugging
Amazon DynamoDB
Documentation
Replication
Artificial Intelligence
Management
Customer Engagement

Amazon Lambda
Cloud Computing
Software Engineering
Object-Oriented Programming
Amazon S3
Amazon SQS
API
Amazon EC2
NoSQL
Database
Web Services
TypeScript
JavaScript
Customer Facing
Communication
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
GitHub
Terraform
Machine Learning (ML)
Startups
Enterprise Resource Planning
TMS
Accounting
Amazon Web Services
System Administration
Python
React.js
Interfaces
Production Support
Product Development
Research and Development
Collaboration
IaaS
Optimization
Debugging
Amazon DynamoDB
Documentation
Replication
Artificial Intelligence
Management
Customer Engagement

Summary

This Charlotte, NC-based opportunity is for a full-time Associate Platform Engineer working onsite with a fast-growing organization building enterprise-grade AI solutions. This role sits at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, backend engineering, and client delivery, leveraging a modern stack centered around Python and AWS (Lambda, S3, SQS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, EC2) alongside React/TypeScript on the frontend. The position blends hands-on engineering with client-facing deployment support, offering exposure to real-world production systems at scale.

This is a high-impact, growth-oriented role ideal for a strong generalist engineer who thrives in ambiguous environments and enjoys diving into complex systems. Engineers in this role will work closely with forward-deployed teams, support live client environments, and contribute to internal product development. The organization values curiosity, ownership, and the ability to troubleshoot issues end-to-end across the stack-making this an exceptional opportunity for engineers looking to accelerate their careers in cloud engineering, AI-driven platforms, and client-facing technical roles. Required Skills & Experience

2-4 years of professional software engineering experience
Strong proficiency in Python and object-oriented programming principles
Hands-on experience with AWS services including Lambda, S3, SQS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, EC2, CloudFormation, and CloudWatch
Solid understanding of serverless architecture and distributed systems
Experience working with NoSQL databases (DynamoDB preferred)
Strong understanding of REST APIs and modern web service design
Proven ability to troubleshoot production systems, analyze logs, and debug issues across a full stack environment
Experience reading and contributing to unfamiliar codebases quickly and effectively
Exposure to frontend technologies (React, TypeScript, Next.js)
Experience supporting production systems in a client-facing capacity
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Skills & Experience

Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions or similar)
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure as code (CloudFormation or Terraform)
Exposure to AI/ML systems, LLMs, or agent-based architectures
Experience building documentation, runbooks, or operational playbooks
Background working in a startup or fast-paced client delivery environment
Experience integrating with enterprise systems (ERP, TMS, accounting platforms, etc.)
Comfort working cross-functionally with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown

50% Cloud Infrastructure & Platform (AWS, serverless architecture, system operations)
30% Backend / Full Stack Development (Python, APIs, React-based interfaces)
20% Debugging, Troubleshooting & Production Support

Daily Responsibilities

40% Internal product development, enhancements, and R&D initiatives
40% Client deployment support, delivery, and forward engineering collaboration
20% Cloud infrastructure support, documentation, and system optimization

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting live client deployments and serving as a technical point of contact
Troubleshooting issues using logs, system tracing, and debugging tools (CloudWatch, DynamoDB, etc.)
Building documentation, operational playbooks, and scalable processes
Contributing to deployment efforts alongside forward deployed engineering teams
Enhancing internal products and tools using modern frontend and backend technologies
Assisting with system configuration, rollout, and replication across teams

The Offer

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI-driven enterprise platforms
High-visibility role with direct client interaction and ownership
Career growth path into senior platform or forward deployed engineering roles
Collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment
Standard benefits package: medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement options

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Dice Id: 10105282
Position Id: 882503
Posted 30+ days ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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