Software Developer

ZigZag Philippines; Metro Manila; Remote; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

ZigZag Philippines is seeking a Senior AWS Cloud Engineer to support modern cloud-based applications in a remote setup. You will work on AWS infrastructure, backend services, deployment automation, and AI-powered integrations.

The role requires translating business requirements into reliable software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have 6+ years of experience and strong hands-on AWS expertise, with a strong emphasis on serverless architectures,

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of professional software development or cloud engineering experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and application development.
• Practical knowledge of serverless architecture, API development, and cloud infrastructure.
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using AWS.
• Build and manage serverless solutions using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, ECS Fargate, and S3.
• Develop and improve backend services, APIs, and cloud-based integrations.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and AWS CloudFormation.
• Work with cloud databases such as DynamoDB, DocumentDB, Redis, and InfluxDB.
• Support the integration of large language models (LLMs), AI automation, and intelligent workflows into software applications.
• Monitor application performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve system reliability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Maintain secure cloud infrastructure and follow software development best practices.
• Contribute to technical documentation, system improvements, and ongoing application development.

Skills

AWS cloud services

Serverless architecture

API development

CI/CD pipelines

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

GitHub Actions

AWS CloudFormation

DynamoDB

DocumentDB

Redis

InfluxDB

S3

Lambda

API Gateway

ECS Fargate

Job description

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Senior AWS Cloud Engineer to support the development and improvement of modern cloud-based applications. The successful candidate will work on AWS infrastructure, backend development, deployment automation, and AI-powered application integrations. This position requires strong technical problem-solving skills, practical cloud engineering experience, and the ability to translate business requirements into reliable software solutions. You will collaborate with technical teams and business stakeholders to build scalable systems that support operational efficiency and product development.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using Amazon Web Services (AWS)

• Build and manage serverless solutions using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, ECS Fargate, and S3

• Develop and improve backend services, APIs, and cloud-based integrations

• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and AWS CloudFormation

• Work with cloud databases such as DynamoDB, DocumentDB, Redis, and InfluxDB

• Support the integration of large language models (LLMs), AI automation, and intelligent workflows into software applications

• Monitor application performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve system reliability

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions

• Maintain secure cloud infrastructure and follow software development best practices

• Contribute to technical documentation, system improvements, and ongoing application development

About you

• At least 6 years of professional software development or cloud engineering experience

• Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and application development

• Practical knowledge of serverless architecture, API development, and cloud infrastructure

• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation

• Familiarity with cloud databases, including NoSQL technologies

• Understanding of AI integrations, LLM-based applications, or automated workflows

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and work with cross-functional teams

• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment