AWS Serverless Software Engineer

Quevera-LLC; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical coverage

6% 401(k) match

4% profit-sharing contribution

Job summary

Quevera is seeking an AWS Serverless Software Engineer to join our Herndon-based team. The role emphasizes Python-based AWS Lambda microservices, secure serverless architectures, and data movement across isolated networks, with access to restricted environments as needed.

The ideal candidate holds an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph and has hands-on experience with AWS CDK, IaC, and cross-domain deployments, delivering observable, reliable services.

Qualifications

• Experience with Python and AWS Lambda.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Experience with cross-domain and isolated-network deployments.
• Knowledge of AWS CDK and IaC practices.
• Familiarity with CI/CD using GitLab.
• Experience with secure CDK constructs and least-privilege design.
• Experience with event-driven architectures (EventBridge, SQS, SNS).
• Networking in AWS (VPCs, subnets, endpoints) and security groups.

Responsibilities

• Build Python AWS Lambda microservices for data movement.
• Develop and deploy AWS cloud architectures with CDK (TypeScript).
• Support cross-fabric deployments with secure IAM policies.
• Implement observability with CloudWatch and synthetic monitoring.
• Access isolated networks as required.

Skills

Python

AWS Lambda

Security clearance TS/SCI with Poly

Event-driven architecture

Cross-domain deployments

Tools

AWS CDK (TypeScript)

GitLab CI/CD

Observability (CloudWatch)

IaC

Job description

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AWS Serverless Software Engineer

Herndon, VA, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 3534

Job Description:

Quevera is seeking a highly skilled AWS Serverless Software Engineer with an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph in Herndon, VA or Springfield, VA.

This role focuses on developing Python-based AWS Lambda microservices, implementing secure serverless architectures, and supporting data movement across isolated network environments. Responsibilities include AWS cloud deployments, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), cross-domain integration, and service observability.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain Python AWS Lambda microservices that move data across isolated network fabrics using loosely coupled, event-driven AWS services.
• Develop and deploy AWS cloud architectures using AWS CDK (TypeScript), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Support cross-fabric and cross-account deployments with an emphasis on secure CDK constructs and least-privilege design.
• Develop flexible serverless cross-domain architectures and XML schema definition files for integration with Diode Messaging.
• Implement service observability through CloudWatch dashboards, synthetics canaries, telemetry tracing, and alerting.
• Access isolated networks multiple times per week as required.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
• Willingness to access isolated networks multiple times per week.

Desired Skills

• Experience with Python and AWS Lambda.
• AWS knowledge equivalent to the AWS Solutions Architect Associate level.
• Experience with decoupled and event-driven architectures, including EventBridge, SNS, SQS, and ElastiCache.
• Knowledge of AWS networking, including VPCs, subnets, VPC endpoints, and security groups.
• Experience with security and secure architecture design, including secure CDK constructs, IAM policies, and least-privilege principles.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code using AWS CDK (TypeScript).
• Experience with observability tools and practices, including CloudWatch dashboards, synthetics canaries, telemetry/tracing, and alerting.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployments through GitLab.
• Experience with cross-fabric deployments.

Why Join Quevera?

Award-Winning Culture

Quevera was recognized as a Top Workplace in the Washington, DC/Baltimore region for 2025, marking our fifth consecutive year receiving this distinction based on employee feedback.

We invest in our employees and their families through a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• 100% employer-paid medical coverage (optional plan)
• Competitive options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance
• $5,000 annually for education, training, certifications, and professional development
• Career advancement through our structured iQTouch Program
• Up to 6% 401(k) match
• Additional 4% profit-sharing contribution, at company discretion

At Quevera, we believe exceptional people deserve exceptional opportunities. We're more than just a workplace—we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry experts committed to delivering mission-critical solutions while fostering professional growth, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Quevera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-AA1