Senior Developer – AWS Cloud-Native (Node.js / TypeScript)

Iris Software Inc.; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Iris Software Inc. is looking for a Senior Developer specializing in AWS Cloud-Native technology and TypeScript, located in Princeton, NJ. This role involves close collaboration with architects and engineering teams to develop secure and high-performing applications.

The ideal candidate should be passionate about modern cloud systems and possess strong experience with Node.js, cloud deployments, container technologies, and agile methodologies. Join a dynamic team that values problem-solving in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Node.js and TypeScript development.
• Experience building cloud-native applications on AWS.
• Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases, PostgreSQL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of cloud-native application platform.
• Contribute to technical design decisions for high-quality services.
• Work collaboratively with architects, product owners, and engineering teams.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

AWS Cloud-Native development

Problem-solving

Debugging

Agile development

Tools

GitLab

Jira

Confluence

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Title

Senior Developer – AWS Cloud‑Native (Node.js / TypeScript)

Location

Princeton, NJ (2 days hybrid per month)

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Role Type

W2 only OR IC.

Position Overview

Client is seeking a Senior Developer with strong experience in AWS cloud-native application development and TypeScript to support the design and development of their platform. In this role, you will work closely with architects, product owners, and engineering teams to design and build scalable, secure, and high-performing applications. You will contribute to technical design decisions, develop high-quality backend services, and help ensure engineering has best practices across the team. The ideal candidate is passionate about building modern cloud-native systems, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and thrives in a collaborative Agile environment.

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in Node.js and TypeScript development
• Strong experience building and deploying cloud-native applications on AWS
• Experience developing serverless applications on AWS, including API Gateway, AWS Lambda, SQS, SNS, and IAM roles and permissions
• Experience with SQL and/or NoSQL databases, with PostgreSQL preferred
• Strong knowledge of ECMAScript (ES6+)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows (GitLab preferred)
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or Amazon ECS
• Experience using collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Strong problem‑solving, debugging, and analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively in an Agile development environment