Lead Developer – Amazon Connect

NorthBay Solutions; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in the UAE is seeking a Lead Developer specializing in Amazon Connect. This role involves designing and developing contact center solutions, utilizing AWS services to enhance capabilities, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have significant software development experience, particularly with Amazon Connect and other AWS tools. This position offers a hybrid or remote working model.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of total software development experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Amazon Connect.
• Proven experience in delivering enterprise-grade call center platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of Amazon Connect-based solutions.
• Develop customized IVR call flows and integrations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions.

Skills

Amazon Connect experience

AWS Cloud services

IVR development

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Tools

AWS Lambda

AWS S3

API Gateway

Job description

Lead Developer – Amazon Connect

Experience: 8+ Years
Location: Hybrid / Remote – UAE
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a Lead Developer (Amazon Connect) who is hands‑on and experienced in designing, developing, and delivering contact center solutions leveraging Amazon Connect and AWS services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building scalable call center systems, leading technical design, and ensuring seamless integrations across enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end design and development of Amazon Connect‑based contact center solutions.
• Develop customized IVR call flows, Lambda functions, and integrations with third‑party or enterprise systems.
• Utilize AWS services such as Lambda, Lex, DynamoDB, S3, CloudWatch, and API Gateway to enhance solution capabilities.
• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and compliance with security and performance best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure technical excellence across project teams.

Required Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of total software development experience.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Amazon Connect (including contact flows, routing, and integrations).
• Proven experience in delivering enterprise‑grade call center or customer engagement platforms.
• Proficiency with AWS Cloud services (Lambda, Lex, DynamoDB, S3, API Gateway, CloudFormation).
• Experience in IVR development, telephony, SIP, and call routing.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certified Developer / Solutions Architect.
• Experience integrating Amazon Connect with Salesforce, ServiceNow, or CRM systems.
• Familiarity with AI/ML and real‑time analytics in contact center environments.