AWS Engineer

Location

Alexandria, VA | United States

Job description

Position Overview: As an AWS Engineer specializing in data and development, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing AWS solutions for our clients. This position requires expertise in AWS data services, programming languages, and a deep understanding of cloud architectures.

Key Responsibilities:

1. AWS Data Services:

   • Design, implement, and maintain data solutions using AWS data services, such as Amazon RDS, Amazon Redshift, and Amazon DynamoDB.
   • Optimize data storage, retrieval, and processing for performance and scalability.

2. Development in AWS Environment:

   • Develop applications and services within the AWS environment using programming languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js.
   • Implement serverless computing and microservices architectures.

3. Data Migration and Integration:

   • Plan and execute data migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions to AWS data platforms.
   • Integrate data across different AWS services and external systems.

4. Security and Compliance:

   • Implement and enforce security measures to protect data stored in AWS.
   • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.

5. Infrastructure as Code (IaC):

   • Utilize Infrastructure as Code tools, such as AWS CloudFormation, to automate infrastructure deployment and management.
   • Maintain version-controlled templates for infrastructure provisioning.

6. Performance Monitoring and Optimization:

   • Monitor the performance of AWS data services and applications.
   • Implement optimizations to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

7. Collaboration:

   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software developers, and infrastructure teams.
   • Participate in Agile development processes and contribute to design reviews.

8. Documentation:

   • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for AWS data solutions and development processes.
   • Ensure documentation is accessible to the team and clients.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience as an AWS Engineer with a focus on data services and development.
• Strong proficiency in AWS data services, including RDS, Redshift, DynamoDB, etc.
• Experience in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js.
• Knowledge of serverless computing and microservices architectures.
• Familiarity with IaC tools, especially AWS CloudFormation.and Terraform
• Understanding of security best practices and compliance in AWS.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

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