Cloud Software Engineer (AWS)

job summary

As a Cloud Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and optimize scalable, production-ready API solutions within a robust AWS ecosystem for our premier client in the Washington, D.C. area. This role focuses on building secure, high-performance RESTful and event-driven services, leveraging a serverless-first mindset to drive innovation. You will be a key collaborator in a cross-functional team, responsible for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of cloud services that power mission-critical applications.

location: Washington, Washington, D.C.

job type: Contract

salary: $60 - 65 per hour

work hours: 9am to 5pm

education: Bachelors

responsibilities

Design and Implement: Architect and build scalable API solutions using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB.

Optimize Performance: Fine-tune event-driven architectures and microservices to ensure low latency and high availability.

Security & Compliance: Implement and manage secure access controls using AWS IAM and cloud security best practices.

Collaborate: Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate backend services and deliver seamless, end-to-end cloud solutions.

Automate: Support the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) by contributing to CI/CD pipeline enhancements and automated testing.

qualifications

Cloud Expertise: Proven hands-on experience developing within the AWS cloud environment.

Programming Proficiency: Strong command of modern languages, specifically Python, Node.js, or Java.

API Development: Deep understanding of RESTful service design and event-driven architecture patterns.

Infrastructure & DevOps: Experience with CI/CD tools and a solid grasp of cloud architecture principles.

Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot complex distributed systems and deliver reliable, production-ready code.

Bonus Skills: Familiarity with AWS CDK, Terraform, or Kubernetes is highly desirable.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.