102473 - Python with AWS Engineer B

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to design and implement new services that drive our client's business goals. This role focuses on building robust, portable, and interoperable solutions using Python (Django/FastAPI), AWS services, and Big Data workflows.

This position is important because it directly influences system scalability, performance, and security across a growing organization. You will work closely with architecture and information security teams to deliver high-quality, production-ready services and reduce technical debt.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new services and APIs using Python and Django or FastAPI
• Develop and maintain gRPC-based microservices for scalable system integration
• Build and operate Big Data workflows to support data processing requirements
• Implement serverless and managed solutions using AWS services such as Lambda and DynamoDB
• Work with SQL databases (Aurora, MySQL) and key-value stores (DynamoDB) with caching via Redis/ElastiCache
• Collaborate with the architecture team to ensure solutions are portable and interoperable
• Partner with Information Security to meet accessibility and security compliance requirements
• Triage, debug, and resolve production defects in a timely manner
• Actively reduce technical debt and improve code quality across existing codebases

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with senior-level responsibilities
• Expert proficiency in Python and frameworks Django or FastAPI
• Demonstrated experience with Big Data workflows and data processing
• Proficiency with AWS services, including DynamoDB, Lambda, and managed services
• Experience working with SQL databases such as Aurora and MySQL
• Experience with key-value stores like DynamoDB and caching solutions such as Redis or ElastiCache
• Proven ability to architect and develop gRPC-based microservices
• Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and performance optimization
• Solid knowledge of software design patterns and when to apply them
• Familiarity with accessibility standards and security compliance in software development

Nice to Have

• Experience with Java / J2EE development
• Prior experience in payments processing, risk management, or compliance domains
• Demonstrated experience integrating disparate systems successfully