Cloud Developer - AWS Modernization - Remote

Cloud Developer - AWS Modernization - Remote

Title: Cloud Developer - AWS Modernization - Remote

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Around here, we define the future. We share one goal: to improve the world responsibly as a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers.

K  is seeking a skilled Cloud Developer to join our team in modernizing mission‑critical solutions for the USGS EROS Center. As a member of a collaborative engineering team, you will help migrate on‑premises systems to AWS, utilizing both lift‑and‑shift and full modernization approaches. The role includes designing and implementing event‑driven architectures, optimizing cloud workloads, and working closely with other developers, architects, and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions using Agile methodologies.

Note: This position is contingent upon contract award, customer approval, and funding availability.

Eligibility Requirement: U.S. Citizenship due to contractual and security requirements.

• Contribute to the migration of on‑premises infrastructure to AWS using both lift‑and‑shift and modernization strategies.
• Participate in the design and implementation of event‑driven systems leveraging AWS‑native services (e.g., Lambda, SNS, SQS, Event Bridge).
• Develop and maintain automation tools for provisioning, monitoring, and managing AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Collaborate with solution architects, engineers, and other team members to deliver secure, scalable, and cost‑effective cloud solutions.
• Support the design and optimization of CI/CD pipelines using industry‑standard tools (e.g., Git Lab, Jenkins, AWS Code Pipeline).
• Apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles using Terraform, AWS Cloud Formation, or AWS CDK.
• Implement configuration management and automation using tools like Ansible.
• Troubleshoot and support cloud‑based applications in a collaborative, cross‑functional team environment.
• Contribute to documentation and process improvements to enhance system reliability and efficiency.
• Identify and implement AWS cloud cost optimization strategies, incorporating Fin Ops principles.
• Participate in Agile teams, including sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, and retrospectives, delivering incremental value through iterative development.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in cloud engineering, Dev Ops, or software development, with a focus on AWS technologies.
• Hands‑on experience with lift‑and‑shift migrations and event‑driven system design in AWS.
• Proficiency with IaC tools such as Terraform, AWS CDK, or AWS Cloud Formation.
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
• Scripting proficiency in Python, Bash, Power Shell, or similar for automation.
• Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, and AWS best practices.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and automation.
• Demonstrated Fin Ops ability to reduce cloud spend through cost optimization strategies.
• Experience working in Agile development environments and applying Agile methodologies.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical documentation.

• Associate, Professional, or Specialty certifications in AWS that are relevant to cloud development (e.g., AWS Certified Developer – Associate, AWS Certified Dev Ops Engineer – Professional, AWS Certified Security – Specialty).
• Experience with Agile methodologies and modern software engineering practices.
• Experience designing and implementing event‑driven architectures in AWS.
• Familiarity with government security credential requirements and ability to obtain necessary clearances.

• Three years of continuous U.S. residency for government security credential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation for government facility access.
• Experience and/or education in lieu of these qualifications may be considered.

Basic Compensation: $110,000K – $165,000K

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