Python Developer

We are seeking an experienced Backend Developer to accelerate the development and deployment of applications in Emerging Digital organization. You will be responsible for designing and implementing cloud infrastructure using Terraform and developing serverless APIs in Python FastAPI that power form generation, data persistence, and enterprise-scale deployments., Infrastructure & DevOps (Terraform)

• Design and implement AWS infrastructure using Terraform, including:
• Lambda functions (compute layer)
• API Gateway (REST endpoints, custom authorizers)
• RDS PostgreSQL and DynamoDB (data layer)
• VPC, security groups, and private endpoints
• S3 buckets, CloudFront, and ALB configuration
• CloudWatch monitoring, logging, and alarms
• Establish Infrastructure-as-Code best practices (Terraform Cloud, state management, modules)
• Implement security hardening (least-privilege IAM, encryption, secret management)
• Optimize infrastructure for cost, performance, and reliability
• Support CI/CD pipeline for automated deployments

Backend API Development (Python FastAPI)

• Develop robust, async FastAPI services for:
• Form generation and validation APIs
• Form submission and data persistence
• User and project management endpoints
• Integration with AWS services (Bedrock LLM, S3, DynamoDB, RDS)
• Design and optimize database schemas (PostgreSQL, JSONB queries)
• Implement comprehensive error handling, logging, and observability
• Write and maintain pytest test suites with 80%+ coverage
• Follow SOLID principles and clean code best practices

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work closely with full-stack engineers and DevOps teams
• Participate in code reviews and architectural discussions
• Document infrastructure, APIs, and deployment procedures
• Troubleshoot production issues and optimize performance
• Deliver modular, reusable code aligned with project standards, * Language**: Python 3.12+
• Framework**: FastAPI
• Infrastructure**: Terraform, AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, DynamoDB, VPC, IAM)
• Database**: PostgreSQL (RDS), DynamoDB
• Testing**: pytest
• CI/CD**: GitHub Actions
• Monitoring**: CloudWatch, structured logging
• LLM Integration**: AWS Bedrock (Claude models)

Infrastructure & Cloud

• 5+ years** of AWS experience (Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, DynamoDB, VPC)
• 3+ years** of Terraform/Infrastructure-as-Code expertise
• Strong understanding of AWS security, networking, and cost optimization
• Experience with API Gateway custom authorizers and VPC endpoint configuration
• Familiarity with Lambda cold-start optimization and Layer management
• Proven ability to design and document infrastructure architecture

Backend Development

• 5+ years** of Python development experience
• 3+ years** with FastAPI, Django, or similar async Python frameworks
• Expertise in relational databases (PostgreSQL) and JSONB queries
• Experience with async/await patterns and error handling
• Strong understanding of REST API design principles
• Proficiency with SQLAlchemy ORM and database optimization

General Skills:

• Excellent debugging and troubleshooting abilities
• Experience with git workflows, pull requests, and CI/CD
• Ability to work independently and deliver production-ready code
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience, * Experience with AWS Bedrock or other LLM platforms
• Familiarity with Azure AD/MSAL for authentication
• Knowledge of DynamoDB and document-based data models
• Experience with serverless architecture patterns
• Contributions to open-source projects
• Experience with Cypress or similar testing frameworks
• AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification or equivalent
• Exposure to Angular/TypeScript (not required, but helpful for API design)

Pay: $81.00 - $91.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.