Python Developer, AWS

Jobtailor

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Washington, DC is seeking a software developer to take user stories from refinement through production, build serverless, event-driven workflows on AWS using Lambda and Step Functions, and connect off-the-shelf products into in-house systems.

You will own code through production, automate manual processes, deploy via pipelines, and collaborate with stakeholders. Requires 4+ years of development, Python, AWS, CI/CD, and US citizenship with ability to obtain Public Trust.

Qualifications

4+ years of software development experience.
Bachelor's degree.
Working-level command of Python.
Experience with modern languages and frameworks, and with version control.
Familiarity with cloud development on Amazon Web Services (AWS) and with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) concepts.
Ability to turn a defined specification into working, tested code and own it through to production.
Basic proficiency in writing, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Sole United States citizenship.
Ability to obtain a Public Trust determination.
Preferred: Amazon Web Services exposure or certification.
Preferred: Federal information technology experience.
Preferred: Familiarity with AI-assisted developer tooling.

Responsibilities

Take user stories from refinement through production.
Build serverless, event-driven application workflows on AWS using Lambda and Step Functions.
Connect commercial off-the-shelf products into in-house system frameworks.
Build internal and external API connections supporting modern system architectures.
Create data and document pipelines that automate manual and paper-heavy processes.
Own tested code through production, including identifying and correcting defects.
Automate manual processes, validations, checks, and workflows.
Deploy services through pipelines.
Use AI-assisted development tools such as Amazon Q Developer across the lifecycle.
Adapt to changing program needs, projects, priorities, tools, and domains.
Communicate work clearly with stakeholders and listen to their needs.
Develop capabilities, tools, and lines of business that help launch and grow the firm.

Skills

Python programming

AWS Cloud Development

CI/CD concepts

Version control

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Take user stories from refinement through production
Build serverless, event-driven application workflows on AWS using Lambda and Step Functions
Connect commercial off-the-shelf products into in-house system frameworks
Build internal and external API connections supporting modern system architectures
Create data and document pipelines that automate manual and paper-heavy processes
Build cloud-native, modern systems with streamlined, automated operation
Own tested code through production, including identifying and correcting defects
Automate manual processes, validations, checks, and workflows
Deploy services through pipelines
Use AI-assisted development tools such as Amazon Q Developer across the lifecycle
Adapt to changing program needs, projects, priorities, tools, and domains
Communicate work clearly with stakeholders and listen to their needs
Develop capabilities, tools, and lines of business that help launch and grow the firm

Requirements

4+ years of software development experience
Bachelor's degree
Working-level command of Python
Experience with modern languages and frameworks, and with version control
Familiarity with cloud development on Amazon Web Services (AWS) and with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) concepts
Ability to turn a defined specification into working, tested code and own it through to production
Basic proficiency in writing, PowerPoint, and Excel
Sole United States citizenship
Ability to obtain a Public Trust determination
Preferred: Amazon Web Services exposure or certification
Preferred: Federal information technology experience
Preferred: Familiarity with AI-assisted developer tooling

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in building serverless, event-driven applications on AWS, with a strong command of Python and experience in modern development practices. Capable of automating processes and creating efficient data pipelines while effectively communicating with stakeholders.

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