AWS Developer (Remote Opportunity)

<p>Mind Computing is seeking a fulltime, 100% remote <strong>AWS Developer</strong><strong> </strong>to be a part of a team supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable cloud infrastructure in Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments, ensuring optimal performance, security, reliability, and cost efficiency.</p> <p>The candidate must reside within the continental US.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul><li>Design, develop, and deploy AWS-based applications and solutions.</li><li>Utilize AWS services (EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, Step Functions).</li><li>Build and maintain ETL/data integration workflows using AWS tools (e.g., AWS Glue).</li><li>Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using CloudFormation or Terraform.</li><li>Implement CI/CD pipelines using AWS tools (CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy).</li><li>Ensure security best practices (IAM, encryption, compliance).</li><li>Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize performance using CloudWatch and logging tools.</li><li>Integrate with external APIs and collaborate with cross-functional teams. </li><li>Stay updated with AWS best practices, new features, and emerging technologies.</li></ul> <p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.</li><li>5+ years of experience as an AWS Developer or Cloud Engineer.</li><li>Strong knowledge of AWS services, cloud architecture, and DevOps practices.</li><li>Proficiency in Python and experience with ETL/data processing.</li><li>Experience with IaC tools (Terraform or CloudFormation).</li><li>Familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines.</li><li>Knowledge of AWS security, networking, and SQL/database management.</li><li>Experience working in Agile environments. </li></ul> <p><strong>Additional Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul><li>AWS certifications: Developer Associate or Solutions Architect</li><li>Experience in healthcare or federal environments. <br> Familiarity with ETL tools, REST APIs, and SaaS integrations (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira, Pega).</li><li>Experience with big data, machine learning, or legacy system support. </li><li>Familiar with x12 and health care transactions related to claims processing.</li><li>Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.</li></ul> <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>PTO + Federal Holidays  </li><li>Corporate Laptop </li><li>Training opportunities  </li><li>Remote work options</li><li>401(k) with employer match</li></ul> <p>Note: Selected candidates will be required to complete fingerprinting at a government facility and undergo a background check as part of the hiring process.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Mind Computing is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.</p> <p>Sorry, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.</p>

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