Cloud Architect - CA24-13871

Duration: 3+ months (possibility to extend)

Project Description:

Cloud development work to support the project, including Collection and Processing Pipeline Development and Database Development. This role will involve the initial deployment of enterprise cloud-based systems.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• AWS Cloud Application Development: Hands-on experience in AWS cloud development is required.
• Agile Development: Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Backend and Frontend Development: Proficiency in developing cloud applications using Python for backend services and Angular or React for frontend development.
• Cloud Platforms and DevOps: Expertise in cloud technology platforms, tools, services, DevOps practices, and database management.
• Leadership in Cloud Domains: Capable of leading initiatives in areas such as database management, programming, cloud security/recovery, and cloud-centric integration.
• Python and IaC: Experience in writing Python code for applications and using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with AWS CDK or Terraform for deployment. Knowledge of AWS Step-Functions for business process modeling.
• Container-Based Applications: Experience in developing container-based applications with REST APIs, using Angular or React in Typescript.
• Logging and Monitoring: Experience with AWS CloudWatch and AWS CloudTrail for event logging and auditing, particularly in regulated environments.
• Remediation and Testing: Ability to troubleshoot, remediate, and perform unit testing during application development and deployment.

Responsibilities:

• AWS Development: Hands-on development experience with AWS required.
• GovCloud Development: Experience with GovCloud is helpful.
• AWS Infrastructure: Full understanding of AWS storage infrastructure (S3, Aurora, RDS, DynamoDB) and networking, including database backups, archiving, and Application Load Balancers.
• Security and Networking: Detailed attention to security roles (Okta/Cognito), least privilege access, and resolving security warnings. Knowledge of API gateways and related networking security protocols.
• Application Deployment: Manage multiple application deployment modules, configurations, and integrations.
• Infrastructure as Code: Implement infrastructure as code using CDK/Python and/or Terraform.
• Automation and Scripting: Experience in deployment automation and scripting.
• Infrastructure Testing: Perform unit testing of infrastructure (e.g., cdk-nag), resilience testing, and other testing methodologies.
• Best Practices: Implement best practices based on AWS Well-Architected Framework and organizational standards.
• Command Line Proficiency: Proficiency with command-line tools such as PowerShell and Bash.