Principal Back-end Developer (AWS+Python)

Software Country is a technology company focused on providing software development services to clients worldwide. Our tech knowledge coupled with our deep industry expertise is what allows us to create effective high-quality solutions. We have been helping enterprises scale engineering capacity and deliver efficient software since 1993.

We are currently looking for a Principal back-end developer (Python) with strong expertise in AWS and serverless technologies.

The project is an online testing platform for medical schools (exams and testing). Our client is a US company providing test development and automated testing services.

Availability between 8 AM and 3 PM EST is required.

​​​Required experience and skills

• 6+ years of experience in Python.
• Strong experience with AWS serverless technologies, such as AWS Lambda, AWS API Gateway, Amazon SQS, Amazon SNS, Amazon EventBridge, AWS Step Functions, and AWS AppSync.
• Practical experience with event-driven architectures and design patterns for serverless applications.
• Hands-on experience with developing and deploying serverless APIs using AWS API Gateway and AWS Lambda.
• Deep knowledge of AWS SDKs for Python and boto3 library for AWS services integration.
• Strong experience with AWS databases such as Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon DocumentDB, Amazon Aurora, and Amazon RDS.
• Practical experience with S3: file (inventory) management; implementing archiving strategies using retention rules and storage classes.
• Familiarity with serverless data processing tools, such as AWS Glue or AWS Athena.
• Experience with serverless monitoring and debugging tools, such as AWS X-Ray or AWS CloudTrail.
• Knowledge of security and compliance considerations for serverless applications.
• Knowledge of how to build and deploy serverless applications using AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK, or AWS SAM (Serverless Application Model).
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and processes for serverless applications, such as CI/CD pipelines and serverless testing frameworks.

Our offer as your future employer

• Flexible work schedule.
• The ability to work remotely.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Medical insurance.
• Relocation bonus for candidates when moving.