AWS Platform Engineer

Overview

Remote
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

IaaS
Application Development
Business Operations
Infrastructure Architecture
Management
Amazon EC2
Amazon S3
Virtual Private Cloud
Remote Desktop Services
Amazon RDS
Optimization
Encryption
Collaboration
Leadership
Cloud Architecture
Terraform
Network Security
Regulatory Compliance
Cloud Computing
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Scripting
Python
Bash
Amazon Web Services
DevOps

Job Details

AWS Platform Engineer Role Overview: The AWS Platform Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and services on Amazon Web Services (AWS). This role ensures that platforms are secure, scalable, and optimized for performance, supporting application development and business operations. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities: Infrastructure Design & Deployment: o Build and manage AWS environments including EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, Lambda, and other services. o Design and implement scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems. Automation & DevOps: o Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation. o Implement CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments. Monitoring & Optimization: o Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues. o Optimize AWS resources for cost and efficiency. Security & Compliance: o Apply AWS security best practices (IAM policies, encryption, network security). o Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards. Collaboration: o Work closely with developers, architects, and operations teams. o Provide technical guidance and support for cloud-related projects. Required Skills & Qualifications: Strong experience with AWS services and cloud architecture. Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation). Knowledge of networking, security, and compliance in cloud environments. Familiarity with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices. Scripting skills (Python, Bash) for automation. AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer preferred
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