REMOTE Lead AWS Systems Architect

Jobs via Dice; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

PTO / vacation

Job summary

Jobs via Dice is seeking a Lead AWS Systems Architect for a fully remote contract role. You will lead architectural decisions, collaborate with engineering to implement best practices, and mentor the team on testing strategies to ensure high-quality software.

The role focuses on AWS microservices (Lambda/Step Functions), Node.js backend, and coaching best practices, with emphasis on scalable and maintainable designs. Remote work is supported, and the contract offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in a lead role focusing on AWS microservices (Lambda and Step Functions).
• Backend Node.js expertise and automated testing experience.
• Ability to coach best practices and mentor teams.
• Strong architectural sense for scalable, maintainable designs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineering to implement best practices and sustainable development habits.
• Conduct PR reviews to ensure code quality and prevent regressions.
• Mentor the team on testing strategies and QA skills.
• Identify architectural improvements for scalability and maintainability.
• Perform hands-on architecture while leading design reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Code quality reviews

Testing strategies

Tools

Node.js

AWS Lambda

AWS Step Functions

Job description

Lead AWS Systems Architect (Remote)

Our client is searching for a Lead AWS Systems Architect for a remote contract position.

All candidates must have experience in a lead role that has focused on AWS Microservices (specifically AWS Lambda and Step Functions), Node.js (backend), Automated Testing, and coaching best practices.

Responsibilities

• Partner directly with the engineering team to implement best practices and build sustainable development habits.
• Conduct PR reviews to ensure code quality, prevent regressions, and reinforce testing discipline.
• Mentor the team on testing strategies and help level up their skill set in quality assurance.
• Identify architectural and design improvements that support scalability and maintainability.
• Perform hands‑on architecture, while leading team efforts and design reviews.

Job Type & Location

This is a contract position; the role is fully remote.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 – $90.00 per hour.

Eligible, temporary employees may receive the following benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – pre‑tax and Roth contributions available
• Life Insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, vacation, or sick leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2025.

EEO Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.