GTA AWS CLOUD NATIVE DEVELOPER

Job Description

Project Overview: The
GTA CJEP project is a modernization of the Criminal Justice Exchange Program
that shares data between different agencies, counties, cities, etc. This
project will take the current SoftwareAG centric solution and produce a Cloud
Native solution in AWS to move and consolidate data for counties that sign-up
for the service. The touchpoints for this data sharing will be third
party vendors as well as state and county systems. Current API’s and web
services will be leveraged to facilitate this modernized solution as much as
possible.

Position Overview: As an AWS Cloud Developer at GTA you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable cloud solutions on the AWS platform. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in a SCRUM Agile environment to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet business objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with SOAP-based web services,custom header implementation, and handling MTOM (Message Transmission Optimization Mechanism) attachments

Key Responsibilities:

– Design, develop, and deploy cloud-native applications on AWS using services such as Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, and others as needed.
– Implement serverless architectures using AWS Lambda functions with Python.
– Build and orchestrate workflows using AWS Step Functions and AWS State Machines.
– Design, develop, and implement SOAP-based web services using services technologies.
– Create and manage custom headers for web services to ensure security, authentication, and data integrity.
– Implement MTOM attachments such as PDF for efficient transmission of binary data in web services.
– Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and other team members to refine user stories and deliver solutions iteratively.
– Ensure code quality, performance, and scalability through automated testing, code reviews, and adherence to best practices.
– Troubleshoot and resolve issues in development, testing, and production environments.
– Stay current with AWS services, tools, and best practices and share your knowledge within the team.

Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
– Proven experience with XML, XSD, WSDL, and other related technologies
– Proven experience as a software developer with a strong understanding of cloud computing principles and practices.
– Hands-on experience designing and developing applications on AWS cloud services, particularly Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, and S3.
– Proficiency in Python programming language; familiarity with other languages is a plus.
– Experience with AWS Step Functions and State Machines is highly desirable.
– Familiarity with Agile methodologies and SCRUM framework.
– Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

– AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer) are a plus.
– Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
– Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).