Senior AWS Backend Developer | Davidson, NC 28036 Hybrid (4 days onsite every week onsite)

Stellent IT LLC; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellent IT LLC is seeking a Senior AWS Backend Developer to design and maintain scalable backend systems on AWS. The role requires hands-on development with Lambda, DynamoDB, and API Gateway, and strong TypeScript/JavaScript skills.

The candidate will build secure RESTful APIs or GraphQL endpoints, implement CI/CD pipelines, and collaborate with global teams. Onsite in St Paul, MN for a 12-month W2 contract, with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience building and deploying applications on AWS.
• Experience with AWS services including Lambda, DynamoDB and API Gateway.

Responsibilities

• Cloud Architecture: Design and maintain reliable backend systems using AWS services.
• API Development: Build and optimize secure RESTful APIs or GraphQL endpoints.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystem

AWS Lambda

DynamoDB

API Gateway

RESTful APIs

GraphQL

CI/CD (GitLab/Jenkins/AWS Pipeline)

TypeScript

Git

Testing / Automated tests

Tools

Amplify

Git

Jenkins

AWS CodePipeline

Job description

Role : Senior AWS Backend Developer

Location St Paul, MN 55110 (fully onsite)

Job Type : W2 contract

Duration: 12 months, Possible extension.

Important Notes

• At least 4+ years of experience.
• Hands-on experience building and deploying applications on AWS:
• AWS services used: Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway
• Proficiency in Python OR Typescript
• React experience is preferred
• Preference for candidates with frontend experience in React
• AI-related experience will be a plus

Core Responsibilities

• Cloud Architecture: Design and maintain reliable backend systems using AWS services.
• API Development: Build and optimize secure RESTful APIs or GraphQL endpoints.

Code Quality

• Write clean, maintainable code using TypeScript or other typed languages.
• CI/CD Automation: Set up and manage build and deployment pipelines using tools like GitLab, Jenkins, or AWS pipeline services.
• Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional and globally dispersed teams to deliver high-quality software.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong experience with the JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystem (such as Node.js, npm, and webpack).
• Hands-on experience building and deploying applications on AWS (such as Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, or Amplify).
• Experience creating and consuming RESTful APIs or GraphQL.
• Mastery of version control and CI/CD tools like Git, GitLab, Jenkins, or AWS Code Pipeline.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on writing automated tests to minimize maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certifications (such as AWS Certified Developer Associate or AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
• Experience with user-centered design principles or prototyping tools to help bridge the gap between frontend and backend systems.

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