AWS Architect - Python Development & CI/CD Deployment

Role: AWS Architect – Python Development & CI/CD Deployment

Location: Boston MA (Hybrid)

Job Type: Contract

Rate: MarketRole Summary-We are seeking a highly skilled Lead/Senior Developer with strong experience in Python and/or Java, and deep proficiency in AWS cloud services and CI/CD automation. You will be responsible for developing scalable applications, designing API services, automating deployments, and optimizing system performance in a cloud-native environment.

Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain robust and scalable backend services using Python and/or Java. Develop RESTful APIs and data processing pipelines for mission-critical systems. Implement automated CI/CD pipelines for build, test, and deployment using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, or AWS Code Pipeline. Deploy applications to AWS using services like Lambda, ECS, EKS, EC2, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, RDS, and others. Work with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using Terraform or AWS Cloud Formation. Integrate logging, monitoring, and alerting using CloudWatch, ELK, or Prometheus/Grafana. Collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, and product teams to ensure system reliability and performance. Ensure code quality through unit/integration testing, peer reviews, and static code analysis. Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement practices.

Required Skills: 7+ years of experience in software development using Python and/or Java. Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns. Hands-on experience with AWS services in production environments. Deep experience with CI/CD tools and automation workflows. Proficient with Docker and containerized development; exposure to Kubernetes is a plus. Familiarity with Git, REST APIs, and microservice architecture. Good understanding of DevOps principles and cloud security best practices. Solid experience working with relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, etc.).