Senior AWS Developer - Umanist Staffing LLC

Job Title:

Senior AWS API Gateway Developer

Location:

Edison, NJ

Job Function:

Technology

Role:

Developer

Position Overview:

We are looking for a Senior AWS API Gateway Developer to lead the design, development, and management of scalable and secure APIs. This role requires extensive experience with AWS API Gateway and associated services, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of API performance optimization and security best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

API Development and Management:

Design, develop, and deploy scalable APIs using AWS API Gateway.

Implement advanced API features including request validation, throttling, caching, and monitoring.

Integrate APIs with backend services, databases, and third-party applications using AWS API Gateway Model and Mapping templates.

Team Management:

Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Conduct regular code reviews, provide feedback, and ensure adherence to best practices.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of API solutions.

Performance Optimization and Troubleshooting:

Monitor API performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to API functionality and performance.

Ensure APIs are highly available, resilient, and scalable.

Security and Compliance:

Implement security best practices to safeguard APIs from threats and vulnerabilities.

Ensure APIs comply with industry standards and regulations.

Conduct regular security assessments and audits.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in AWS API Gateway, Lambda, IAM, NLB, ALB, Private Endpoints, and related AWS services.

Experience with RESTful and/or Pub-Sub API design principles.

Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Node.js, or Java.

Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and AWS DevOps practices with SAM.

Familiarity with monitoring tools like AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and third-party solutions.

Experience Required:

7+ years of hands-on experience in designing and developing APIs using AWS API Gateway.

Proven track record in managing and leading development teams.

Strong understanding of AWS services and cloud architecture.

Experience in defining and maintaining technology standards, frameworks, and roadmaps at the enterprise level.

Ability to facilitate meetings, track architecture items, and engage with stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the design, implementation, and management of robust API solutions using AWS API Gateway.

Lead a team of developers to ensure high standards of code quality and performance.

Maintain a focus on optimizing API performance and ensuring security and compliance.