Web Developer

What You Will Do

We are seeking a skilled Web Developer Level 2 to support the development and maintenance of cloud-native applications using modern DevOps and serverless technologies. You will play a key role in designing scalable infrastructure, developing AWS-based solutions, and managing backend services to support a highly available, data-driven platform. You'll collaborate with engineers, DevOps specialists, and product stakeholders in a fast-paced Agile environment to deliver secure and efficient software solutions.

Join our team of forward-thinking developers where innovation, cloud-native development, and technical excellence drive mission success. If you're passionate about building reliable, scalable cloud applications, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage infrastructure using Terraform as Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Develop and maintain AWS Lambda functions using Python 3.11
• Integrate with AWS RDS Aurora PostgreSQL for persistent data storage and use PgAdmin for database management
• Utilize Poetry for efficient Python dependency management
• Build and manage Docker containers to package and run applications
• Manage file access and sharing securely using Amazon S3 with presigned URLs
• Work with SQS and SNS for asynchronous messaging and notifications
• Leverage Makefile for task automation and streamlined development workflows
• Configure and secure APIs with API Gateway and Lambda Authorizers
• Implement serverless workflows with AWS Step Functions
• Use DynamoDB as a user session or metadata cache
• Monitor system performance and logs via Amazon CloudWatch

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency with Terraform for managing AWS infrastructure
• Hands-on experience developing AWS Lambda functions in Python 3.11
• Experience working with AWS RDS Aurora PostgreSQL and using PgAdmin
• Familiarity with Poetry for Python dependency and environment management
• Working knowledge of Docker for containerized application development
• Ability to manage data securely via Amazon S3 presigned URLs
• Experience integrating AWS services such as SQS, SNS, API Gateway, and Step Functions
• Competence in writing and maintaining Makefiles
• Experience with DynamoDB for fast, scalable data access
• Strong understanding of monitoring and logging using CloudWatch

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field
  - OR -
• Equivalent combination of education and hands-on professional experience
• 3-5 years of relevant web development experience with a focus on AWS and Python ecosystems

Certifications (Preferred but not required)

• AWS Certified Developer - Associate or AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
• Docker Certified Associate
• Certified Python Developer
• Security+ or other DoD 8570-compliant certification

Clearance Requirement:

• Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.