Senior Software Engineer

TEKsystems; Baltimore (MD); Remote; USD 108,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability

HSA

Transportation Benefits

PTO/Vacation

Bonus potential

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain cloud-based solutions on AWS for delivery projects. You will work closely with architects to implement robust, secure, and scalable patterns, focusing on hands-on engineering and accelerator components.

The role requires 3+ years of AWS experience, serverless development with Node.js, and strong scripting with Python. This is a fully remote position with a base in Baltimore, MD, offering competitive pay and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years hands-on cloud development with AWS.
• Experience with serverless applications using Node.js Lambda.
• Experience with AWS API Gateway, Cognito, Lambda, and S3.
• Strong Python scripting and boto3 for AWS operations.
• Infrastructure as code with AWS CDK (TypeScript).
• Experience with source control (GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket).
• Knowledge of IAM, security, and observability in AWS.
• Familiarity with containers (EC2, ECS, EKS) and serverless architectures.
• Desire to learn new technologies and apply AI/LLM prompt engineering.

Responsibilities

• Translate requirements into high-quality, maintainable cloud code.
• Develop, test, and deploy modular accelerator code for client projects.
• Incorporate security, networking, and observability per designs.
• Contribute to code reviews and continuously improve solutions.
• Work with architects and delivery teams to align with modernization goals.

Skills

AWS

Node.js

AWS SDK

API Gateway

Cognito

S3

Python

AWS CDK

GitHub / GitLab / Bitbucket

IAM

Observability

Security

Microservices

Containerization

DynamoDB / RDS / SQS / SNS

Prompt engineering (AI)

VMware / OpenStack

Direct Connect / Transit Gateway

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

AWS CDK

GitHub

GitLab

Bitbucket

Lambda

EC2 / ECS / EKS

CloudWatch

Kendra

Job description

Description

Think of TEKsystems Global Services (TGS) as the growth solution for enterprises today. We unleash growth through technology, strategy, design, execution and operations with a customer-first mindset for bold business leaders. We deliver cloud, data and customer experience solutions. Our partnerships with leading cloud, design and business intelligence platforms fuel our expertise. We value deep relationships, dedication to serving others and inclusion. We drive positive outcomes for our people and our business, and we stay true to our commitments and act in harmony with our words. We exist to create significant opportunity for people to achieve fulfillment through career success. Ready to join us? Heres what the opportunity supported through our TGS Talent Acquisition Team requires: The Senior Software Engineer is a technical role responsible for designing, building, and maintaining cloud-based solutions and accelerators to support consulting and delivery projects or programs. This individual will work closely with architects and delivery teams to develop robust, secure, and scalable cloud solutions on AWS that drive value for clients and align with enterprise modernization objectives. The role focuses on hands-on technical tasks and solution engineering, with minimal delivery support responsibilities. This role may require occasional travel, such as a kickoff week for a long engagement. Key Responsibilities Receive requirements from architects and translate solution patterns into high-quality, maintainable code. Follow best practices, write high quality code, and employ modern cloud architectures while writing new applications or modernizing existing applications. Develop, test, and deploy modular accelerator code, where applicable, to streamline project implementation and enhance client value. Integrate security, networking, and observability features into each component as specified by solution designs. Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback for continuous improvement. Apply flexible application logic and feature enhancements to base patterns from open-source or internal repositories. Rapidly learn and apply new patterns and technologies to meet evolving solution requirements. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience). 3+ years of hands-on experience in cloud development or related technical roles. 3+ years experience working with AWS services, including compute, storage, networking, and security. Deep experience developing serverless applications using Node.js based Lambdas Deep experience with the AWS SDK for JavaScript Experience developing applications that use AWS API Gateway, Cognito authentication, Lambda, and S3 Basic scripting skills in Python (the ability to write your own test and build scripts, and the ability to use the boto3 Python library to do basic AWS operations.) Experience with infrastructure as code using AWS CDK (TypeScript). Experience with source code management tools, preferably GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket. Hands-on experience with writing applications for multiple AWS compute environments, including server based (EC2), containers (ECS, EKS), and serverless (Lambda) Understanding of observability tools and implementing monitoring solutions in AWS environments. Strong knowledge of IAM integration and application security requirements in cloud environments. Experience with cloud native application architectures, including containers, microservices, service discovery, communication patterns, and security. A basic understanding of the AWS services that support modern cloud native applications, such as API gateways, SQS, SNS, DynamoDB, and RDS. Familiarity with prompt engineering using generative AI (Bedrock) Ability to quickly learn new technologies and apply them to real-world problems. Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with architects and other technical team members. Associate level AWS certification (Developer certification preferred) Desired Qualifications Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline. 4+ years of experience in cloud development or solution delivery. Professional level AWS certification (Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer, or specialty) Experience with additional AWS services such as CloudFront, Kendra, SNS, CloudWatch, etc. Experience implementing automation in production environments using Chef, Puppet, Salt, Ansible, or cloud-native tools. Demonstrate experience with LLM prompt engineering Experience Testing and evaluating AI outputs systematically Familiarity with at least one virtualization technology such as VMware, OpenStack, or OpenShift Virtualization. Familiarity with enterprise AWS services such as Organizations, Control Tower, Transit Gateways, and Direct Connect. Demonstrated success in deploying secure, scalable, and highly available distributed systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

See Above

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $107500.00 - $161300.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. Additional earnings may be available through incentive programs like annual bonuses, profit sharing, etc. Our full-time, internal employment benefits include the following: Medical, Dental, and Vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life and AD&D for employee and dependents) Short and Long-Term Disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation Benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.