Senior Python Developer

Overview

Hybrid
$70+
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

python
aws

Job Details

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Python Developer with a strong background in Amazon Web Services (AWS) to join our engineering team. This role involves designing and building scalable backend services and cloud-native applications, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the frontend.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, test, and maintain scalable Python applications in cloud environments.

  • Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices.

  • Build and manage AWS infrastructure using services such as Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS, API Gateway, and CloudFormation or Terraform.

  • Work with DevOps teams to automate CI/CD pipelines and containerize applications using Docker and ECS or EKS.

  • Optimize performance, ensure high availability, and apply security best practices across systems.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., frontend developers, data engineers) to deliver integrated solutions.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

  • 7+ years of professional experience in Python development.

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services.

  • Proficiency with API design, Flask or FastAPI frameworks.

  • Experience with infrastructure as code (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform).

  • Knowledge of cloud security and best practices.

  • Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (ECS, EKS, or Kubernetes).

Preferred Skills

  • AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer or Solutions Architect).

  • Experience with serverless architectures and event-driven systems.

  • Knowledge of databases (PostgreSQL, DynamoDB) and messaging queues (SQS, SNS, Kafka).

  • Exposure to agile methodologies and version control (Git).

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