AWS Python Engineer

Job Title: AWS Python Engineer
Location: Charlotte, NC
Duration: 12 months

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled AWS Engineer with Python to join our team. This role will focus on maintaining enterprise integrations, developing data pipelines, and implementing cloud-based solutions using AWS technologies. The ideal candidate is a motivated and energetic engineer with a deep understanding of Python, Java, AWS, database technologies, and software development best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain enterprise data integrations using AWS services (API Gateway, Lambda, RDS, Terraform).

• Design and implement real-time data streaming solutions.

• Own the full software development lifecycle, from design to deployment.

• Build deployment plans, considering downstream and business dependencies.

• Quickly assess and troubleshoot technical issues, providing strategic guidance.

• Lead the team in designing scalable and maintainable software architectures.

• Contribute to best coding practices, ensuring adherence to development methodologies.

• Engage in paired programming and code reviews, mentoring junior developers.

• Work within an Agile framework, participating in sprint planning and retrospectives.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong programming expertise in Python, Java, and database technologies.

• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (ECR, ECS, API Gateway, Lambda, RDS, Terraform).

• Experience with streaming technologies and real-time data processing.

• Proficiency in debugging, troubleshooting, and optimizing software performance.

• Strong understanding of APIs and cloud-native best practices.

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.

• Ability to design and build scalable, secure, and efficient software solutions.

• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles (authentication, authorization, encryption, secure coding practices).

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing and optimizing AWS RDS Postgres and DynamoDB.

• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).

• Knowledge of modern development tools and Agile methodologies.

• Strong mentoring and leadership skills to support junior developers.

Education & Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in software development (or 5 years in software development + 2 years in a related field).

• Associate’s Degree (minimum requirement).