Sr. Software Engineer (Python / AWS)

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API
Amazon Lambda
Amazon Web Services
Asset Management
Cloud Architecture
Data Migration
Finance
Impact Analysis
Information Architecture
Information Assurance
Management
Python
Software Modernization

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Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer (Python / AWS)
Location: 100% Remote (Preference: Des Moines, IA candidates)
Duration: 6+ Months

Role Overview

Principal Financial Group is building a high-impact engineering team to develop and modernize internal and external investment systems. This is part of a strategic transformation initiative within Principal Asset Management, focused on transitioning investment data to new partners and modern platforms.

This role sits right at the intersection of backend engineering, cloud architecture, and financial data systems not just coding, but shaping how systems talk to each other.

Key Responsibilities

Design and build scalable APIs for internal and external investment systems
Develop and deploy Python-based backend services
Build and manage integrations using AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, CDK)
Support data migration and transformation from legacy systems
Enable data ingestion, validation, and consumption pipelines
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system modernization efforts

Must-Have Skills

Strong Python development experience
Hands-on with AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, CDK preferred)
Solid experience in API design & development
Experience building integration-heavy systems

Nice-to-Have (Big Differentiators)

Prior experience with Principal Financial Group (gold standard here)
Candidates local to Des Moines, IA
Experience in investment / financial systems
Exposure to data migration or legacy modernization projects

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Position Id: 8928290
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