Lead Python / AWS Developer - Prefer local and W2

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 2 Year(s)

Skills

Python
AWS
API
Lambda
PI Gateway
S3
EC2
IAM
TERRAFORM

Job Details

Not accepting C2C candidate. Candidate must be willing to work on our W2.

Job Title: Lead Python Developer with AWS

Location: Dallas, TX / Jersey City, NJ

Job Type: Contract W2

Must have minimum 12+ years of IT experience with 2+ years as a Lead

Key Responsibilities

  • API Development:

o Design, develop, and maintain APIs using best practices on AWS platforms.

o EXPERT LEVEL EXPERIENCE WITH TERRAFORM (atleast 3-5 years)

o Create RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs that are scalable, secure, and efficient.

o Collaborate with external partners, product teams, and business stakeholders to gather API requirements.

o Perform unit testing and ensure high-quality API performance and functionality.

o Implement security best practices for data transfer on cloud infrastructure.

o Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

  • AWS Cloud Solutions:

o Utilize AWS services like Lambda, API Gateway, EC2, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, and others to design and deploy API-driven solutions.

o Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.

o Optimize API deployments for cost-efficiency, scalability, and performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Technical Skills:

o Strong hands-on experience with AWS services (e.g., Lambda, API Gateway, S3, EC2, IAM).

o Proficient in API development (RESTful, GraphQL) and related tools (e.g., Postman, Swagger/OpenAPI).

o Strong programming skills in Python

o Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes.

o Good to have Kafka Experience and Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or AWS CloudWatch

  • Non-Technical Skills:

o Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work in a team environment, and excellent communication skills.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor s/master s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in AWS-based API development using Python
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