AWS Software Engineer

Our Rochester, NY client is looking to hire a remote AWS Software Engineer.

This is a fully-remote/part-time/3-month contract position

Hourly range based on experience: Up to $55/HR

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled AWS Software Engineer with strong experience in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and proficiency in multiple modern languages including Python, Go, Scala, and Java. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying scalable cloud-native solutions in AWS, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to build secure and reliable services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and build highly available, scalable, and secure backend systems using AWS services.
• Develop APIs and microservices using Python, Go, Scala, or Java.
• Apply Object-Oriented Programming principles to write clean, maintainable, and testable code.
• Optimize applications for performance, security, and scalability.
• Automate infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as CloudFormation or Terraform.
• Collaborate with DevOps, Product, and QA teams to ensure seamless CI/CD pipelines and deployment practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in development, test, and production environments.
• Monitor system performance and suggest improvements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in software development with a strong understanding of OOP.
• Proficiency in at least two of the following languages: Python, Go, Scala, Java.
• Deep experience with AWS cloud services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, API Gateway).
• Solid understanding of REST APIs, microservice architecture, and distributed systems.
• Experience with version control (Git), CI/CD tools, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps practices.