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AWS Programmer

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled AWS Programmer to join our dynamic team. This individual will play a key role in maintaining our existing systems while leading the modernization of legacy applications through cloud transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with a passion for cloud-native development and a strong background in AWS services. This position offers the flexibility to work remotely or from our downtown Austin office, with excellent state benefits including a pension and full medical coverage.

Examples of Work Performed:

• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain cloud-native applications using AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, and CloudFormation.
• Refactor legacy applications for cloud readiness and scalability.
• Develop and maintain applications using.NET, Python, and JavaScript in both traditional and serverless environments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, and related tools.
• Monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues using AWS CloudWatch and X-Ray.
• Ensure application security and compliance with industry best practices and standards (e.g., OWASP, PCI).
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud infrastructure, application logic, and deployment processes.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior developers and team members.

General Qualifications and Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university in a technical field (transcripts required). One year of programming-related experience may substitute for each year of education.
• Minimum three years of experience in application development and support, with at least one year of hands-on AWS development experience.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture, microservices, and serverless computing.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as AWS CloudFormation or Terraform.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to write clear, accurate, and concise documentation of programs and procedures.
• Regular participation in code reviews with the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AWS Certification (e.g., AWS Certified Developer ¿ Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect ¿ Associate).
• Experience with Appian No/Low code environments.
• Proficiency in AWS Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, IAM and EC2.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like ECS or EKS.
• Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases, including MySQL/MariaDB, Oracle, and DynamoDB.
• Experience with Git-based source control systems (GitHub, Bitbucket, Azure DevOps).
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS).
• Experience with document management, imaging, and workflow systems.
• Experience with credit card processing systems and PCI compliance.
• Front-end development experience with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Knowledge of Web API endpoints using RESTful standards to ensure secure, scalable, and efficient data exchange across systems.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of OAuth2 authorization flows to support secure user authentication and API access control.

Information for Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen: The following MOS codes are generally applicable to this position: 15P, 36B, 42A, 56M, 68J, 88H, 88N, 89A, 89B, 92A, 92Y, AZ, LS, MC, PS, RP, SN, YN, 641X, 741X, 360, 018, 0100, 0111, 6046, 0102, 0170, 4430, 3A1X1, 8A200. Please include any of these codes in the State of Texas application to better determine whether the minimum qualifications for this posting have been met.