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Aws Associate Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Devops Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$56.50 - $77.25/hr

AWS Associate Certification (Developer, Solution Architect, or Sys Ops Administrator) * AWS Professional Certification (DevOps Engineer or Solutions Architect) * Demonstrated experience in container ...

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate), AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01), AWS Certified Generative AI Developer (Professional - AIP-C01), AWS Certified ...

Cloud Platform Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$56.25 - $75.25/hr

AWS Associate, Specialty, or Professional-level certification * Experience with Terraform modules, remote state, workspaces, and reusable IaC patterns * Experience with Git-based workflows, branching ...

AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate certification. * AWS Certified Solutions Architect or other relevant AWS certifications. * Experience with Apache Spark, Apache Airflow, or AWS-native ...

AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate certification. * AWS Certified Solutions Architect or other relevant AWS certifications. * Experience with Apache Spark, Apache Airflow, or AWS-native ...

AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate certification. * AWS Certified Solutions Architect or other relevant AWS certifications. * Experience with Apache Spark, Apache Airflow, or AWS-native ...

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How much do aws associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for aws associate in Washington is $159,933.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,600.00 and $240,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an AWS Associate?

AWS Associates typically refers to individuals who have earned an AWS Certified Associate-level certification, such as the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate. These certifications validate a person’s ability to design, deploy, and manage applications on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform. Earning an AWS Associate certification demonstrates foundational to intermediate cloud expertise and is often a stepping stone to more advanced AWS certifications or cloud-related job roles. Employers value AWS Associates for their proven knowledge of cloud concepts, best practices, and AWS services.

What is the difference between Aws Associate vs Aws Cloud Practitioner?

AspectAws AssociateAws Cloud Practitioner
CertificationsRequires AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or similarRequires AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Work EnvironmentHands-on technical roles, cloud deployment, troubleshootingOverview, cloud concepts, basic understanding of AWS services
Employer & Industry UsageTechnical teams, cloud engineers, IT departmentsEntry-level, non-technical roles, sales, marketing, management
Search & Comparison IntentTechnical skills, certifications, job rolesBasic cloud knowledge, certification overview

The AWS Associate certification is more technical, focusing on cloud deployment and troubleshooting, suitable for those seeking hands-on roles. The AWS Cloud Practitioner is an entry-level certification providing a broad overview of AWS services, ideal for non-technical roles or beginners. Both certifications are valuable but serve different career paths within the AWS ecosystem.

What are some common challenges faced by AWS Associates when supporting cloud infrastructure, and how can they effectively overcome them?

AWS Associates often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting connectivity issues, ensuring security compliance, and managing cost optimization in dynamic cloud environments. To effectively overcome these, it's important to stay updated with AWS best practices, leverage automation tools for monitoring and alerts, and collaborate closely with other IT team members. Proactively documenting solutions and participating in regular knowledge-sharing sessions can further help AWS Associates resolve issues efficiently and grow their expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an AWS Associate?

To thrive as an AWS Associate, you need a solid understanding of cloud computing concepts, networking, security, and the AWS platform, typically validated by the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or AWS Certified Developer – Associate certification. Familiarity with AWS services (such as EC2, S3, and Lambda), the AWS Management Console, and basic scripting or automation tools like AWS CLI and CloudFormation is essential. Strong problem-solving, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively are important soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure that you can design, implement, and maintain reliable cloud solutions that meet organizational goals.
What are the most commonly searched types of Aws jobs in Washington? The most popular types of Aws jobs in Washington are:
What cities in Washington are hiring for Aws Associate jobs? Cities in Washington with the most Aws Associate job openings:
Infographic showing various Aws Associate job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $159,933 per year, or $76.9 per hour.

AWS Developer

rockITdata

Arlington, VA • Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


Job description

Driven by Innovation and built on Trust, rockITdata is a unique SDVOSB services company that partners with leading commercial healthcare/life sciences organizations on cutting edge innovations - think AI, automation and data transformation. We then bring those commercially tested solutions to  government entities to deliver predictable, measurable impact for the American taxpayer and consumer.
The AWS Developer / Integration Engineer is responsible for building and maintaining the serverless integration layer that connects Amazon Connect, AWS Bedrock, Amazon Kinesis, and Salesforce within a FedRAMP High (IL4) AWS GovCloud environment. This role develops Lambda functions, configures real-time data pipelines, builds Salesforce integrations (including Platform Events and Lightning Web Components for AI Coaching), and ensures seamless data flow across all four AI capabilities. The engineer also integrates AI outputs with Verint for quality management and configures Kinesis data feeds for the Post Call Analysis dashboards. 
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain AWS Lambda functions that orchestrate AI inference calls to Bedrock Agents, process Contact Lens transcript streams, and write structured data to Salesforce 
  • Build and optimize the real-time data pipeline from Amazon Connect through Kinesis to downstream consumers (Bedrock, Salesforce, Verint, QuickSight) 
  • Extend the existing Lambda-to-Salesforce integration from post-call writes to near-real-time delivery during live calls for the AI Coaching capability 
  • Implement Salesforce Platform Events or Streaming API integrations to push coaching prompts to agents in real time 
  • Develop the Lightning Web Component (LWC) that renders AI coaching prompts within the agent’s Salesforce workspace, displaying contextual cards for compliance alerts, recommended actions, and knowledge suggestions 
  • Configure Amazon Lex bot intents, slot types, and fulfillment logic for the IVR Call Taking virtual agent, connecting Lex to Bedrock Agents for complex fulfillment 
  • Build the post-call summarization pipeline: Contact Lens transcript → Bedrock inference → Guardrails validation → Salesforce case record write 
  • Integrate AI-generated summaries, call metadata, and quality scores with Verint for quality management alignment 
  • Configure CloudWatch alarms, anomaly detection for call reason spike detection, and operational monitoring dashboards 
  • Implement infrastructure-as-code using CloudFormation or CDK for all new AWS resources, ensuring reproducible deployments across Dev, Test, UAT, and Production environments 
  • Follow DevSecOps practices: code version control in CodeCommit, automated unit testing, security-focused code reviews, and CAB-approved deployment processes via ServiceNow 
  • Collaborate with the Security Engineer to ensure all integrations enforce TLS 1.2/1.3 encryption, IAM least-privilege access, and SIEM-compatible logging 
Required Qualifications
  • 4+ years of experience developing serverless applications on AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, Kinesis, S3, DynamoDB, CloudWatch) 
  • Strong proficiency in Python and/or Node.js for Lambda function development 
  • Hands-on experience with Amazon Connect contact flows, Amazon Lex bot configuration, and Contact Lens integration 
  • Experience building integrations with Salesforce (REST/SOAP APIs, Platform Events, Streaming API, or Salesforce Connect) 
  • Familiarity with Salesforce Lightning Web Component (LWC) development or willingness to ramp quickly 
  • Experience with real-time streaming architectures using Amazon Kinesis (Data Streams and/or Firehose) 
  • Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code (CloudFormation, CDK, or Terraform) for AWS resource provisioning 
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices (CodeCommit, CodePipeline, CodeBuild, or equivalent) 
  • Knowledge of IAM policy design, VPC networking, and security best practices in AWS GovCloud 
  • Experience with FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, or equivalent federal compliance frameworks 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) 
Preferred Qualifications
  • AWS certifications: Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional, Developer – Associate, or DevOps Engineer 
  • Experience with Amazon Bedrock API integration and AI/ML inference pipelines 
  • Prior work in FedRAMP High or IL4/IL5 AWS GovCloud environments 
  • Familiarity with Amazon QuickSight for dashboard development 
  • Experience with Verint workforce management or quality management integrations 
  • Healthcare domain experience (HIPAA compliance, PHI handling, TRICARE) 
  • Experience with change management processes (ServiceNow, CAB approvals) 

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Here at rockITdata, we are committed to following our 10 Guiding Principles.
Our Guiding Principles define our culture. They’re who we are, how we work, and what inspires us to be the best. We empower our people to be themselves and encourage an entrepreneurial way of thinking. In our challenging, fast-paced environment, no day is the same.

Know the Why.

Value People Above All Else.

Transparency to a Fault.

Progress, Not Perfection.

Be Good by Doing Good.

Smart People Can Disagree.

Bend but Don’t Break.

Represent Your Brand.

Think Differently.

Be Amazing, Be Fearless, Smile, Have Fun!

Interested in joining something unique? Join us on our rockIT ship as we begin to blast off to the next chapter in our organization!


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