AWS Software Engineer-$1,000 Sign-on Bonus

Samaritan Ministries; Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K with employer contribution

Paid holidays

Missions days

Job summary

Samaritan Ministries is seeking an AWS Software Engineer to design and deploy cloud-based applications in a fast-paced environment, aligning with agile practices and AWS services. The role focuses on building scalable, secure, and cost-efficient systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will mentor colleagues, work on legacy and modern stacks, and ensure performance and reliability across services such as Lambda, S3, and API Gateway.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent education and experience.
• 2–5 years of professional software development with .NET (C#) and modern web frameworks.
• Demonstrated AWS experience with services like Lambda, S3, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, and API Gateway.
• Experience with IaC tools such as CloudFormation or Terraform.
• Proficiency in C# and React; familiarity with legacy CoffeeScript/Backbone is a plus.
• Knowledge of security best practices in cloud and traditional environments.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain cloud-native apps using AWS services (Lambda, EC2, S3, DynamoDB, API Gateway).
• Automate infrastructure with CloudFormation or Terraform and maintain templates.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, AWS CodePipeline/CodeBuild/CodeDeploy).
• Ensure scalable, secure, cost-efficient applications with auto-scaling and caching.
• Apply IAM roles, encryption, and secure access per compliance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define AWS architecture standards.
• Mentor teammates and document AWS development practices.

Skills

AWS experience

C# programming

React

DevOps & CI/CD

IaC (CloudFormation/Terraform)

Security best practices

Cloud architecture

C# development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

GitLab

Docker

Kubernetes

CloudFormation

Terraform

Git

Job description

Position:AWS Software Engineer-$1,000 Sign-on Bonus

Location: Peoria, IL or Remote

Job Id:1019

# of Openings:1

AWS Software Engineer

About Company

Samaritan Ministries is a Biblical solution to health care. It is not insurance. We deliver authentic, compassionate, and personal service in the name of Christ to enable and inspire members to provide for one another’s medical needs through prayer, encouragement, and financial support.

From demonstrating Christ-centered compassion to modeling best practices in health care sharing, Samaritan Ministries is committed to keeping Jesus at the center of everything we do. The way we interact with our colleagues and engage with our members is a testament that we are ultimately serving Christ and His Kingdom.

Summary

To serve the members of Samaritan Ministries International (SMI) by designing, developing, and deploying cloud-based applications and solutions, following agile practices, using Amazon Web Services (AWS). This role involves leveraging AWS services to build scalable, secure, and cost-effective systems that meet business requirements. The AWS Software Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement cloud-native architectures, automate infrastructure, and optimize performance.

• Creativity and Innovation
• Fostering Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Acting with Integrity, Empathy, and Compassion
• Collaborating with Others
• Neighbor Focus
• Pursuing Excellence
• Problem Solving
• Application Development and Maintenance
• Quality Focus

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain cloud-native applications using AWS services like Lambda, EC2, S3, DynamoDB, and API Gateway
• Use AWS CloudFormation or Terraform to automate infrastructure provisioning and maintain version-controlled templates
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for both legacy and cloud-native applications potentially using AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy, and existing deployment tools including GitLab
• Ensure applications are scalable, secure, and cost-efficient through auto-scaling, load balancing, and caching strategies
• Implement IAM roles and policies, encryption, and secure access following compliance standards
• Connect applications with AWS services for storage, compute, messaging, and analytics using API integrations and microservices architecture
• Mentor team members on AWS services and cloud-native development patterns; document practices and lead knowledge transfer sessions
• Diagnose and resolve issues in both legacy systems and AWS environments using CloudWatch, X-Ray, Splunk and other monitoring tools
• Collaborate with Developers, Data, Security and other IT teams to define SMI's AWS architecture standards
• Communicate technical solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Maintain and enhance existing applications built on .NET Framework 4.8, .NET 9, React, CoffeeScript, and Backbone

Qualifications and Experience

• Four-year degree from an accredited university or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2–5 years of professional software development experience with .NET (C#) and modern web frameworks
• Demonstrated AWS experience (professional or significant personal projects) with services like Lambda, S3, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, and API Gateway
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation or Terraform
• Programming proficiency in C#
• Experience with React; willingness to work with legacy technologies including CoffeeScript and Backbone
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines (GitLab), containerization, (Docker / Kubernetes) and monitoring tools
• Knowledge of security best practices in both cloud and traditional environments
• Preferred: AWS Certified Developer – Associate or AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
• Professional level AWS Certification is a plus
• Knowledge of AWS services including EC2 , S3 , Lambda , RDS , DynamoDB , API Gateway , VPC , and IAM
• Knowledge of Cloud architecture principles for scalability, high availability, and cost optimization
• Knowledge of infrastructure as Code tools like CloudFormation or Terraform
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards for cloud environments
• Knowledge of Networking fundamentals like DNS , Routing , and load balancing
• Knowledge of CI/CD processes and DevOps tools including AWS CodePipeline , CodeBuild , and CodeDeploy.
• Knowledge of Snowflake
• Knowledge of .NET Framework 4.8, .NET 9, and C# object-oriented programming
• Knowledge of React and willingness to maintain CoffeeScript and Backbone legacy code
• Knowledge of SQL Server and relational database design
• Proficiency in C#
• Skill to develop and deploy cloud-native applications
• Skill to automate infrastructure and deployment processes
• Skill to mentor and transfer knowledge effectively to team members
• Ability to work with containers and orchestration tools like Docker and ECS/EKS
• Ability to optimize cost and resource usage in cloud environments
• Ability to troubleshoot performance and connectivity issues across diverse technology stacks
• Ability to use Source Code Control tooling such as Git
• Ability to solve complex technical problems and adapt to new technologies quickly
• Ability to balance priorities between maintaining legacy systems and building new cloud capabilities
• Ability to apply clean code principles in delivering Software
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional Teams
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to design solutions that meet both ministry and technical requirements

Additional Information

• Staff may be required to travel and have a valid driver's license
• Staff will observe safety principles while performing the duties of the position
• Tasks are normally conducted in a regular office environment, requiring use of computer and mouse and other standard office equipment. Staff usually remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• May need to lift and move items up to 35 lbs on occasion
• Staff must perform work in a dedicated space that is free from distractions and interruptions, where others cannot view their work or overhear conversations.
• Have an approved internet speed, latency, and jitter by the SMI IT Department
• Staff will be provided with equipment that is necessary for the position, and the equipment is unable to be used for non-business uses.
• Remote staff are unable to operate as a primary caregiver while working remotely. ***Primary caregiver is defined as when a staf member is operating as the primary responsible person in a home with children under age 14 or providing care to anyone needing intermittent or constant attention and/or supervision.
• Staff are encouraged to keep cameras on during virtual meetings to foster engagement, enhance communication, and strengthen team rapport.
• This position requires an active commitment to the mission and values of SMI. In the course of performing job duties, the employee will act in a manner that is Christ-honoring as well as Christ‑like, demonstrating a personal Christian faith and witness in all interpersonal interactions.

Starting pay usually falls within the lower half of the pay range and is determined by experience, skills, and education.

Pay Range: $87,900-$135,300

Benefits Include:

• Performance-based incentive pay
• SMI Membership with monthly healthcare bonus
• Health Insurance: MEC plan with employer HSA contribution
• 401K Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• Short-term disability
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Time Off: 9 company paid holidays, 5 missions days accrued annually, maternity and paternity leave, FMLA, Bereavement, and weekly accrued PTO (40 hours to use after 30 days + 80 hours accrued for 48 weeks)
• Health club or home workout benefits for participating staff
• Formal staff development and leadership training
• Spiritual support and counseling through our staff support office
• Repeatedly certified as a Best Christian Workplace