Senior Cloud AWS Lambda Developer (Python) – Software Development Background Only

PETADATA; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Dallas is seeking a Senior Cloud AWS Lambda Developer with extensive experience in software development. This role requires transitioning from traditional Java development to serverless architectures using AWS Lambda and Python. Candidates should possess 15+ years of experience, with a strong emphasis on designing, building, and deploying cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate will also leverage AI tools to enhance productivity and code quality. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional software development experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on AWS Lambda experience with Python.
• Proven ability to handle the full software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full software development lifecycle of cloud-native applications.
• Design and deploy scalable serverless applications on AWS.
• Utilize AI development tools to streamline tasks and improve code quality.

Skills

AWS Lambda

Python

Java

AI-assisted coding tools

NoSQL databases

RESTful APIs

Microservices architecture

Cloud messaging systems

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

Position

Senior Cloud AWS Lambda Developer (Python) – Software Development Background Only

Location

Dallas, TX (Remote)

Work Type

C2C

Experience

15+ Years

Visa Type

H1B

Overview

PETADATA is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cloud Developer with a strong foundation in software engineering and extensive hands‑on experience with AWS Lambda using Python. This role is ideal for seasoned developers who have transitioned from traditional Java software development backgrounds into modern serverless cloud applications, with a keen interest in leveraging AI tools to accelerate productivity and code quality.

Note

This is a pure application development role. Candidates from DevOps, DevSecOps, SRE, or Linux Admin backgrounds will not be considered. Do NOT submit infrastructure‑focused profiles.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) of cloud‑native applications using AWS Lambda (Python).
• Design, build, test, and deploy scalable serverless applications on AWS.
• Apply deep knowledge of Python and previous experience in Java‑based enterprise applications to develop robust business logic and backend systems.
• Utilize AI development tools (such as Amazon Q, GitHub Copilot, or others) to streamline development tasks and improve code quality.
• Integrate and manage messaging systems (ideally Kafka; other systems like SQS or RabbitMQ are acceptable).
• Support and implement database migrations, especially to Amazon DynamoDB, including schema design and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and other developers in an Agile environment.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship to junior team members.

Required Skills

• 15+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong base in Java and current expertise in Python.
• 5+ years of recent hands‑on experience in developing serverless applications using AWS Lambda in Python.
• Proven ability to handle full SDLC, including design, development, testing, and deployment in cloud environments.
• Practical experience using AI‑assisted coding tools (e.g., Amazon Q, GitHub Copilot, etc.).
• Strong experience in cloud messaging systems (preferably Kafka).
• Experience with NoSQL databases, especially DynamoDB, including experience in migrating data and applications to DynamoDB.
• Familiarity with AWS services such as API Gateway, Step Functions, EventBridge, and S3.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and event-driven design.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certifications (Developer Associate, Solutions Architect, etc.) are a plus.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Prior experience working in large-scale enterprise software environments.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

About Us

We offer a professional work environment and provide every opportunity for growth in the Information technology world.

Interview Process

Candidates are required to attend Phone/video calls and in‑person interviews. After the Selection, the candidate (He/She) should undergo all background checks on Education and Experience.

Contact

Please email your resume to [e-mail]. After carefully reviewing your experience and skills, one of our HR team members will contact you on the next steps.