Cloud/AI Platform Engineer-3

Realign Llc; Illinois; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Realign Llc is seeking a Cloud/AI Platform Engineer for a remote contract in the United States. You will design, build, and operate scalable cloud services on AWS, with Kubernetes-based deployments and Python/Node.js backends.

You will integrate Claude/Anthropic AI capabilities to accelerate development and improve automation. Responsibilities include developing APIs, implementing CI/CD, ensuring security, reliability, and performance, and collaborating with DevOps, architects, and software

Qualifications

• Hands-on AWS experience.
• Kubernetes and containerized apps expertise.
• Proficient in Node.js and Python.
• Experience building and integrating APIs and backend services.
• Proficiency with Claude/Anthropic AI technologies and Claude skills.
• Experience using AI tools for software development and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-based apps using AWS.
• Deploy and troubleshoot containerized apps with Kubernetes.
• Develop backend services, APIs, and automation using Node.js and Python.
• Build and maintain scalable, secure cloud infrastructure.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and automate deployments.
• Monitor and troubleshoot performance across apps, containers, Kubernetes, and AWS.

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes

Node.js

Python

Claude/Anthropic AI

CI/CD

APIs

DevOps

Job description

Remote, Illinois 60007 Posted October 2nd, 2026Job Type: ContractJob Category: ITJob DescriptionJob Description – Cloud/AI Platform EngineerLocation – RemoteContractTech Stack: AWS, Kubernetes, Node.js, Python, ClaudeJob Responsibilities:Design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-based applications and services using AWS.Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot containerized applications using Kubernetes.Develop backend services, APIs, and automation using Node.js and Python.Build and maintain highly available, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure.Implement CI/CD pipelines and support automated application deployment and release processes.Monitor application and infrastructure performance and troubleshoot production issues.Work with Kubernetes deployments, services, configurations, scaling, and container orchestration.Develop automation scripts and tools using Python and Node.js to improve operational efficiency.Integrate Claude and AI capabilities into applications, workflows, and developer productivity solutions.Demonstrate hands-on proficiency with Claude skills, including effective prompt development, workflow automation, AI-assisted development, and integration of Claude into technical solutions.Evaluate and implement AI-powered solutions using Claude for application development and engineering use cases.Collaborate with developers, architects, DevOps engineers, and other stakeholders to design and deliver technical solutions.Follow cloud security, scalability, reliability, and performance best practices.Troubleshoot complex technical issues across application, container, Kubernetes, and AWS environments.Required Skills:Strong hands-on experience with AWS.Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerized applications.Strong programming experience in Node.js and Python.Practical experience building and integrating APIs and backend services.Proficiency with Claude/Anthropic AI technologies and Claude skills.Experience using AI tools for software development, automation, and engineering workflows.Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture and DevOps practices.Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Required SkillsDevOps Engineer