Senior Application Developer #11279

We are seeking an experienced Senior Application Developer / Engineer / Programmer to support end-to-end development activities in a dynamic and collaborative Agile team. This role specializes in building, enhancing, and maintaining robust, cloud-native applications and AWS infrastructure for scalable, secure enterprise solutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate substantial expertise in Python development, AWS Cloud engineering, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and CI/CD Pipelines. Key responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, and maintain Python-based backend applications and AWS-native infrastructure solutions.
• Implement robust Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) and/or Terraform to automate deployment of AWS resources.
• Model and automate business processes through AWS Step Functions.
• Develop and maintain container-based applications and RESTful APIs deployed via Docker.
• Contribute to front-end application development using modern frameworks such as Angular or React with TypeScript.
• Establish comprehensive application logging, monitoring, and audit mechanisms leveraging AWS CloudWatch and CloudTrail.
• Develop and support CI/CD workflows for automated building, testing, and deployment of cloud applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements, architectural designs, and ensure best practices.
• Engage in code remediation, troubleshooting, debugging, and thorough unit testing to ensure high quality and secure software delivery.
• Regularly participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to technical documentation and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Do you have experience in Technical writing?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Minimum 7 years of software development experience, particularly within Agile and SDLC environments.

• Proven hands-on expertise in Python programming for backend and cloud-native application development.
• Extensive background in architecting and deploying solutions within the AWS ecosystem.
• Strong proficiency in Infrastructure as Code implementations with AWS CDK and/or Terraform.
• Working knowledge of developing REST APIs and managing containerized applications using Docker.
• Demonstrated experience with AWS services, including but not limited to:
• AWS Lambda
• AWS Step Functions
• DynamoDB
• AWS S3
• AWS API Gateway
• AWS CloudWatch
• AWS CloudTrail
• Familiarity with building, automating, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for cloud-based applications.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities for distributed systems and application issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaborating within cross-functional teams.
• Ability to effectively document technical designs, solutions, and workflows.
• Self-motivated and capable of delivering results independently as well as within a team., * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to project specifications.
• Ability to work onsite as required at the Washington, DC location.
• Preferred skills/experience:
• Experience with Angular or React using TypeScript for web application development.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git or GitLab.
• Experience working with AWS SNS, SQS, Athena, Glue, and Load Balancers.
• Background supporting applications in regulated or compliance-driven environments.
• Understanding of serverless, microservices-based architectures, and related best practices.
• Engagement is a contract position through year-end, with the possibility of extension based on performance and project needs., * Are you currently in the DMV region and can work onsite in Washington D.C. ?
• Are you experienced with Infrastructure as Code implementations with AWS CDK and/or Terraform?
• Do you have hands-on expertise with Python programming?

3.73.7 out of 5 stars Alexandria, VA 22314 $65 - $85 an hour - Contract, Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance, * 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance