Sr. AWS Cloud Engineer/Developer

Summary of Cloud role: The key is finding a cloud-native AWS developer with strong Python-based AWS Lambda development experience. Must have hands-on experience building AWS Lambda functions in Python from scratch. Candidates who primarily write Lambdas in Java or Node.js are not a fit. Should have a Java development background, but have transitioned to Python and AWS and spent at least the last 4+ years focused on Python-based AWS development. Strong knowledge of core AWS services and cloud-native application development is required. Must have experience with Terraform (IaC), as the team has moved away from CloudFormation. Python automation experience is valuable, but they also need hands-on experience using Python to build and migrate Lambda applications as part of modernization or rewrite initiatives. Senior Cloud Developer (AWS Lambda / Python / Terraform) Citizenship: and GC Location: Remote (CST/EST only; local candidates preferred, NO PST) Requirements: 12 15+ years U.S. experience Strong cloud-native background AWS Lambda (Python) Kafka API Gateway Java background and has transitioned to AWS/Python/serverless Strong communication with non-technical stakeholders Not a fit: Candidates currently focused on Java, DevOps, or SRE We are not looking for: Full Stack Developers Multi-cloud specialists Candidates whose primary expertise is Azure Frontend-focused developers Heavy infrastructure or DevOps Linux Administration Site Reliability Engineers Platform Engineers Heavy A.I. Must-Haves and What We Look For: 10+ years of U.S. work experience Must be located in the Central (CST) or Eastern (EST) time zone Strong technical background in: AWS Python Backend Java Serverless technologies Candidates should have a Java foundation and have successfully transitioned into AWS, Python, and serverless development. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written A well-written, authentic resume that accurately reflects the candidate's experience. We screen out resumes that appear overly polished, AI-generated, or contain experience the candidate cannot confidently speak to. A complete LinkedIn profile with a professional photo and experience that aligns with the resume. If the LinkedIn profile does not include a photo, an identification card photo will be required at the time of submission. Comfortable with a multi-step interview process, including: All interviews conducted via Microsoft Teams video No headphones during interviews Professional interview setting (avoid sitting directly in front of a plain white wall) Candidates should be authentic and engaging throughout the interview process. They should be able to comfortably answer conversational questions such as: "Tell me about where you currently live." "What has been your favorite project and why?" We screen out candidates who: Simply read from their resume Focus only on technical topics Avoid or fail to directly answer interview questions