Python/AWS Developer

IDR, Inc.; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Full Benefits

Job summary

IDR, Inc. in Malvern, PA is seeking a Python/AWS Developer to design and maintain secure API solutions in a fast-paced tech environment.

You will build secure APIs using AWS API Gateway and Python, implementing OAuth and IAM-based access controls while enforcing best security practices. The role emphasizes collaboration with security teams, automation of security checks in the API lifecycle, and monitoring using AWS tools.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining secure API solutions using AWS API Gateway and Python in an agile environment.
• Strong knowledge of AWS API Gateway, Lambda, IAM, with security best practices (OAuth, TLS, rate limiting, WAF).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub workflows) and infrastructure-as-code (CloudFormation/Terraform).
• Background supporting a security or platform engineering team is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build, harden, and maintain secure API integrations using AWS API Gateway and Python.
• Implement authentication and authorization controls (OAuth, API keys, IAM policies).
• Automate security checks within the API lifecycle to ensure compliance and security standards.
• Collaborate with security or platform engineering teams to enhance API security and performance.

Skills

Python

AWS

API Development

OAuth

IAM

Security Best Practices

CI/CD

GitHub Workflows

Terraform

CloudFormation

CloudWatch

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

GitHub Actions

Job description

IDR is seeking a Python/AWS Developer to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Malvern, PA. This role involves designing and maintaining secure API solutions in a collaborative, fast-paced environment within the technology sector.

Position Overview for the Python/AWS Developer:

• Responsible for building, hardening, and maintaining secure API integrations using AWS API Gateway and Python.
• Implement authentication and authorization controls, such as OAuth, API keys, and IAM policies.
• Automate security checks within the API lifecycle to ensure compliance and security standards.
• Collaborate with security or platform engineering teams to enhance API security and performance.
• Support monitoring and alerting activities using AWS tools like Lambda, IAM, and CloudWatch.

Requirements for the Python/AWS Developer:

• 5-7 years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining secure API solutions using AWS API Gateway and Python, in an agile environment.
• Strong technical acumen in AWS API Gateway, Lambda, IAM, with working knowledge of security best practices (OAuth, TLS, rate limiting, WAF integration).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub workflows) and infrastructure-as-code (CloudFormation/Terraform) is a plus.
• Background supporting a security or platform engineering team preferred.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot or Claude Code is beneficial.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package
• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.