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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Cloud and Python Developer - **Company:** Spatial Front Inc. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Application Integration Architecture, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Big Data, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Migration, Database Design, Database Development, Github, Identity and Access Management, Java Web Services, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, SAS (Software), SQL Stored Procedures, Systems Integration, Enterprise Data Management, AWS Cdk, Data Processing, Enterprise Software Applications, State Machines, Reliability of Systems, AWS Lambda, Gitlab, Git, Cloudformation, Containerization, AWS Glue, Codebase, Cloud Migration, Cloudwatch, Api Gateway, Terraform, Data Pipelines, Devsecops, Serverless Computing, Docker, Service Stack, Microservices - **Published:** October 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=32afc0b9deb359e4 ## About the Role * US Citizenship with an ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance is required * A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required * AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner required * AWS Certified Developer Associate preferred or obtained within six months of hiring. * AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate/Professional preferred or obtained within one year of hiring. * Cloud Developer, Cloud Engineer, or Solutions Architect with 5+ years of experience designing and implementing cloud-based applications. * 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and supporting AWS serverless solutions, including AWS Lambda, AWS Glue, API Gateway, Step Functions, S3, CloudWatch, and IAM. * 5+ years of Python development experience for application, API, and data processing solutions. * Experience migrating legacy applications and codebases from on-premises environments to AWS cloud platforms. * Experience converting or modernizing legacy processes into Python-based solutions. * 3+ years of experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and ECS. * Experience replacing monolithic or Java-based applications with microservices and serverless architectures. * 3+ years of PostgreSQL database experience, including database design, performance tuning, SQL development, and data migration activities. * Experience developing and maintaining REST APIs and integrating enterprise systems. * Strong understanding of cloud security, identity management, and federal security compliance requirements. * Experience implementing DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, infrastructure as code, and monitoring solutions. * Experience with Git, GitHub, GitLab, or similar source-control platforms. * Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies and participation in Scrum teams. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Ability to work independently while contributing to a cross-functional team responsible for application modernization, cloud migration, and operational support., * Experience supporting large-scale federal government IT modernization projects is highly desirable. * Experience with Enterprise Data Lake (EDL) environments and large-scale data integration initiatives. * Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or AWS CDK). Additional Information: * In order to meet the clearance requirements for this opportunity, candidates must be US Citizen. * All candidates will be subject to a complete background check to include, but not limited to Criminal History, Education Verification, Professional Certification Verification, Verification of Previous Employment and Credit History. * Public Trust background investigations can take approximately four to eight weeks and requires fingerprinting. ## Description This transformation represents a significant shift from the current technology stack and requires expertise in cloud-native architecture, AWS services, Python development, containerization, database modernization, and DevSecOps practices. A Sr. Cloud and Python Developer is needed to provide specialized technical expertise, accelerate the modernization effort, reduce project delivery risk, and ensure continuity of critical business operations throughout the transition., * Design, develop, and support the modernization of the Census application as part of its migration to an Enterprise Data Lake (EDL) environment. * Architect and implement cloud-native solutions utilizing AWS services, including AWS Lambda, AWS Glue, and other serverless technologies. * Develop and maintain Python-based applications, APIs, and data processing workflows to support business and operational requirements. * Analyze, convert, and migrate legacy SAS programs and processes to Python-based solutions. * Modernize existing Java-based services by implementing scalable AWS serverless architectures and microservices. * Design, develop, optimize, and maintain PostgreSQL databases, including data models, stored procedures, and performance tuning. * Implement and support containerized application deployments using industry-standard container technologies. * Collaborate with Infrastructure systems engineers, developers, database administrators, and business stakeholders to define technical requirements and migration strategies. * Support application integration, testing, deployment, and production operations within AWS cloud environments. * Apply DevSecOps best practices, including automation, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), security compliance, and monitoring. * Troubleshoot and resolve application, database, and cloud infrastructure issues to ensure system reliability and performance. * Provide technical expertise and leadership in cloud modernization initiatives while ensuring continuity of current operations during the migration effort. * Support knowledge transfer, documentation, and training activities related to the implementation of new cloud-based technologies and processes. * Assist in reducing project risk and accelerating delivery timelines by providing specialized expertise in AWS, Python, cloud migration, and database modernization technologies. * Support the implementation of scalable, cloud-native architectures and best practices.