Lead AWS Developer - Node/Java Backend & Cloud-Native

Artifintech; Weehawken (NJ); On-site; USD 84,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Artifintech is seeking an experienced Lead AWS Developer to drive design and delivery of cloud-native applications. You will lead development activities, architect scalable backend services, and ensure secure, high-availability solutions using Node.js or Java on AWS.

You will implement CI/CD pipelines, mentor teams, and collaborate with architects and business stakeholders to deliver robust, market-ready software. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services.
• Expertise in Node.js or Java backend development.
• Experience with REST APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of AWS serverless architecture and cloud-native development.
• Experience with CI/CD tools, Git, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of database technologies, application security, and performance optimization.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of cloud-native applications on AWS.
• Develop backend services and REST APIs using Node.js and/or Java.
• Work with AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, S3, EC2, DynamoDB, SQS, and SNS.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and highly available applications.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, and business teams to deliver solutions.
• Conduct code reviews, troubleshoot issues, and mentor development teams.
• Follow best practices for application security, performance, and monitoring.

Skills

AWS

Node.js

Java

REST APIs

Microservices

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Security

Performance

Tools

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS CloudFormation

Terraform

CDK

Job description

Artifintech is seeking an experienced Lead AWS Developer to drive design and delivery of cloud-native applications. You will lead development activities, architect scalable backend services, and ensure secure, high-availability solutions using Node.js or Java on AWS.

You will implement CI/CD pipelines, mentor teams, and collaborate with architects and business stakeholders to deliver robust, market-ready software. Strong leadership and communication are essential.