Software Infrastructure Engineer (AWS)

ZipRecruiter; Fayetteville (NC); Remote; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Software Infrastructure Engineer specializing in AWS to manage and improve their cloud infrastructure. This role entails ensuring optimization, automation, and security of applications hosted in the cloud, with opportunities for continuous improvement and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in AWS, scripting, and infrastructure as code.

Qualifications

• 1+ years managing cloud infrastructure with IaC tools.
• 1+ years development experience using Python, C#, or JavaScript.
• Hands-on AWS experience in production environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the AWS-hosted application platform.
• Automate tasks using Python, PowerShell, and Terraform.
• Implement monitoring and observability using tools such as Datadog.

Skills

Automation

Cloud Security

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelors degree in Computer Science

Tools

Terraform

AWS

Python

PowerShell

Datadog

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

Software Infrastructure Engineer (AWS)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and improve the AWS-hosted application platform.
• Ensure optimization, redundancy, scalability, and stability of cloudinfrastructure.
• Automate tasks and infrastructure using Python, PowerShell, and Terraform.
• Maintain and evolve Terraform-based infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Manage IAM roles, policies, and permissions to support cloud security.
• Implement monitoring and observability using tools such as Datadog.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure cloud-readiness and application performance.
• Work with internal business teams to improve operational efficiency.
• Document architecture and infrastructure changes as they occur.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and resource optimizations.
• Provide backup IT support when needed.

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience managing cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) using infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform
• 1+ years of development experience using modern such as Python, C#, JavaScript, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Hands-on AWS experience in production environments.
• Familiarity with Datadog or similar monitoring platforms.
• DevOps/CI-CD tools knowledge.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Cloud Practitioner or Azure Fundamentals.
• Experience with Linux and/or managing IoT devices

Core Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Focus on automation and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a DevOps-driven environment.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.

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