AWS/Lambda Developer- LGY

AWS/Lambda Developer- VA LGY

Location: Remote

Description:

Higher Echelon is seeking a highly skilled AWS/Lambda Developer to support the development of AWS/Lambda features for the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Loan Guaranty Service (LGY). This role will be hands-on with developing and maintaining AWS Lambda functions that support the retrieval, transformation and processing of Veteran data from multiple VA enterprise systems. This role will debug Lambda execution errors, adjust transformation/translation logic, validate API payload mappings, optimize error handling workflows, support hotfix deployments, and monitor Lambda execution logs.

This role will focus on building and supporting secure, scalable integrations using AWS/Lambda, enabling data exchange between Salesforce and multiple enterprise systems while adhering to federal security, compliance, and reliability requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain AWS Lambda functions supporting data retrieval and processing across LGY integrations.

• Implement and support API integrations with VA enterprise systems

• Build and maintain data transformation and mapping logic for downstream consumption in Salesforce.

• Troubleshoot and remediate production defects related to Lambda execution and integration workflows.

• Monitor and analyze CloudWatch logs and system metrics to identify errors and performance issues.

• Implement error handling, retry logic, and resilient processing patterns for API-driven workflows.

• Support AWS Step Functions orchestration for multi-step integration processes.

• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and support resolution of production incidents.

• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support deployments and system stability.

• Ensure solutions follow secure coding practices and VA OIT compliance requirements.

Required Skills:

• Hands-on experience with AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, Step Functions, CloudWatch, S3, and IAM.

• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation

• Experience developing and supporting API-driven integration architectures across multiple systems.

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for automated deployments.

• Experience using logging and monitoring tools such as CloudWatch, Splunk, Datadog, or similar platforms.

• Understanding of secure coding practices and cloud security standards aligned with NIST, FISMA, or FedRAMP.

• Experience troubleshooting distributed systems and serverless architectures.

• AWS Certification such as AWS Certified Developer, Solutions Architect, or SysOps Administrator.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Current VA Public Trust Clearance.

• Experience supporting federal government or VA IT programs, particularly in regulated or ATO-compliant environments.

• Familiarity with Salesforce integrations and data exchange between cloud platforms.

• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and working in sprint-based delivery teams.

• Experience supporting systems that process sensitive or regulated data.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in collaborative, cross-functional teams.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree + 5 years of AWS/Lambda or relevant software development experience,

OR

• Associate's degree + 7 years of AWS/Lambda or relevant software development experience, OR

• High School Diploma/GED + 9 years of AWS/Lambda or relevant software development experience

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About HigherEchelon, Inc.

HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence.

HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.

By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled:

HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.