AWS Severless Software Engineer III

POSITION OVERVIEWNBME is seeking an AWS Serverless Software Engineer to join the Product Engineering Unit as a key member of the Exam Delivery Team. In this role, you will develop, deploy, and support scalable, secure, and highly available applications using AWS serverless technologies and event-driven architecture.You will work closely with Product Owners, Architects, Infrastructure, Security, and Engineering teams to deliver cloud-native solutions that support mission-critical exam delivery platforms. The ideal candidate has hands-on AWS experience, strong software engineering fundamentals, and an interest in growing expertise in serverless architecture, cloud engineering, and modern DevOps within an Agile environment.This role has been designated as primarily remote, meaning it requires little to no onsite attendance. While this role can be designated as remote, you are offered the flexibility to select if you prefer to work primarily remotely, hybrid, or onsite. We’re open to considering candidates in the following states: PA, NJ, DE, MD, TX, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, NC, SC, TN, VT, and WV.. Please note that onsite interviews and onboarding at our Philadelphia office may be required for this role. If applicable, advance notice will be provided to support planning.At NBME, we continue to innovate and improve how we fulfill the evolving needs of the healthcare community. This commitment starts and ends with the people at NBME. By recruiting and empowering talented individuals from various disciplines and backgrounds, which includes professionals with diverse life experiences, abilities, and perspectives, NBME can take a well-informed, robust approach to advancing medical education and assessment for years to come. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, test, deploy, and support cloud-native applications that support mission-critical exam delivery platforms.Develop and enhance event-driven solutions that are secure, scalable, resilient, and cost-effective.Contribute to technical design discussions, architecture reviews, and solution planning activities under the guidance of senior engineers and architects.Develop and maintain APIs, integrations, and distributed application components.Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC), deployment automation, and operational processes to improve system reliability and efficiency.Monitor application health, troubleshoot production issues, and contribute to continuous improvement of system performance and operational excellence.Develop data integration and storage solutions that support business and operational requirements.Apply security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, Infrastructure, Security, and Engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions.Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, code reviews, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.Maintain technical documentation and contribute to engineering standards and best practices.Continuously expand AWS cloud, serverless, and software engineering skills through hands-on development, learning, and collaboration with senior engineers.Skills and AbilitiesHands-on experience with AWS serverless technologies, including AWS Lambda, API Gateway, AppSync, SQS, SNS, EventBridge, Step Functions, DynamoDB, and S3.Experience developing and supporting event-driven and cloud-native applications.Strong programming skills in Python, including experience with boto3 and AWS SDKs.Experience developing RESTful APIs, integrations, and distributed applications.Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CDK, CloudFormation, or Terraform.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.Understanding of AWS security best practices, including IAM, Secrets Manager, encryption, authentication, and authorization.Experience with observability and monitoring tools such as CloudWatch, X-Ray, and CloudTrail.Experience, troubleshooting and supporting applications in cloud, ChatGPT, or similar technologies.Familiarity with leveraging AI to improve software development lifecycle (SDLC) efficiency, code quality, testing, and developer productivity.Experience4+ years of software development experience, preferably developing cloud-based or distributed applications.Experience working with AWS cloud services and modern software development practices.EducationBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. About NBME NBME is a not-for-profit organization that specializes in the creation of assessments and learning tools for physicians and health professionals. Our mission is to advance assessment of these professionals to achieve optimal care for all, supporting the development of a highly effective, diverse and compassionate health care workforce.Founded in 1915, NBME develops and manages the United States Medical Licensing Examination® with the Federation of State Medical Boards. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of assessment products for every stage of the medical school journey and provide assessment services to various health profession organizations. We are dedicated to advancing innovative assessment approaches through research, collaboration and contributions to the medical education and assessment communities. In 2024, we expanded our assessment capabilities to include simulation through the acquisition of MedVR Education.Learn more on NBME’s website. NBME’s Community Collaborations and ContributionsNBME believes that a key path to meeting our mission is collaborating with and supporting our communities. Our Community Collaborations and Contributions programs provide resources and recognition to medical educators and researchers advancing the field of assessment throughout their careers. In addition, we invest in fee assistance, scholarships and pathway programs to aid learners and help support increased, The Systems Design Engineer III leads the design, development, and integration of complex systems for the SMR-300 power plant. This role requires extensive coordination with engine…

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environments, Familiarity with AWS data services including DynamoDB, Aurora/RDS, DocumentDB, S3, Glue, and Athena.Understanding of scalability, resiliency, reliability, and operational excellence principles.Professional SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.Ability to work effectively across engineering, architecture, infrastructure, and security teams.Strong desire to learn new technologies and grow technical expertise.Commitment to continuous learning and technology innovation.Nice to HaveAWS Certified Developer - Associate or AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification.Experience developing enterprise web applications using Java, Spring Boot, JPA, Jakarta EE, or related frameworks.Experience developing modern web user interfaces using Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q

representation in health care. Headquartered in Philadelphia, NBME also gives to local organizations that advance health equity and access and positively impact social determinants of health.Compensation we are offering for this position is at $93,850 - $143,700/year. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.The NBME offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a rewarding work environment. Excellent Benefits include: Healthcare, Dental, Prescription, and Vision plans; 401(k) w/match, Tuition Reimbursement Plan, Commuter Benefit: Public Transit or Parking options. Remote Friendly Workplace. NBME is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation