Software Developer - AWS

Overview

We are seeking an experienced AWS – Software Developer specialized in Transformation of Monolithic Java/J2EE application(s) to cloud native application(s). This role is crucial for our initiatives to transform, migrate, and modernize our legacy Java/J2EE applications, developed with technologies like Struts, Spring deployed on on-prem Servers into scalable, resilient, and cost-effective cloud-native solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS).

The ideal candidate will possess a sound understanding of AWS cloud services, having development experience with Java/J2EE application architectures, and a proven track record in executing successful application modernization projects. You will be instrumental in implementing solutions that leverage serverless technologies, containers, and microservices patterns, while ensuring optimal performance, security, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the assessment of existing Java/J2EE applications (Struts, Spring, Hibernate, WebLogic) to identify transformation opportunities on cloud-native architectures on AWS.
• Develop, and implement solutions for migrating and transforming monolithic Java/J2EE applications into microservices-based, cloud-native architectures using AWS services according to the migration plan developed.
• Develop and improve the strategies for containerizing Java applications using Docker and deploying them on AWS ECS/EKS.
• Implement serverless solutions using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, SQS, SNS, and other relevant services.
• Collaborate with team member to refactor and optimize existing Java codebases for cloud environments, promoting best practices for twelve-factor apps. Provide guidance to other engineers on cloud migration and modernization strategies.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Atlassian Bamboo, Bitbucket, AWS CodePipeline, Jenkins, GitLab CI) for automated deployment and testing of cloud-native applications.
• Ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of cloud-native applications by implementing best practices for identity and access management (IAM), network security, monitoring (CloudWatch, X-Ray), and logging.
• Optimize AWS resource utilization and cost, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Stay up to date with the latest AWS services, cloud-native patterns, and industry trends, and evangelize their adoption within the organization.
• Document architectural designs, technical specifications, and operational procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to cloud-native applications and infrastructure.
• Utilize tools like AWS CloudFormation or Terraform to define and automate infrastructure provisioning for consistent deployment across environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 1 to 2 years of hands-on experience migrating applications onto the AWS platform.
• Solid migration experience from on-premises servers to the AWS platform using migration tools. Overall software development experience of at least 5 Years.
• Strong Java programming skills and experience with J2EE frameworks like Spring, Hibernate, and JSF.
• Extensive experience with core AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, Lambda, API Gateway, SQS, SNS, DynamoDB. Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration platforms (AWS ECS, EKS).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.
• Familiarity with messaging systems like Apache Kafka or Amazon Kinesis.
• DevOps practices for continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD)
• Solid understanding of software development best practices, including version control, testing, and debugging.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in a distributed, cloud-based environment.
• AWS Certified Developer – Associate/Professional. (Preferred Qualification)

This is a temporary contract position with an hourly rate of $65 - $70.