Senior AWS API development/ Integrations Software Engineer
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- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $130,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Develop and maintain AWS API services.
- Integrate enterprise applications and platforms.
- Support AWS Lambda and API Gateway.
- Improve platform reliability and automation.
- Collaborate in a remote Agile team.
About the role
Senior AWS API Development and Integrations Software Engineer
Maxonic, Inc. is seeking an experienced Enterprise Applications Integrations Software Engineer Contractor to support AWS API development, enterprise integration initiatives, platform enhancements, and operational improvement efforts. This is a remote, contract (6+ months) position. You will work closely with the Enterprise Applications engineering team to design, develop, maintain, and support cloud-based integration solutions while improving platform reliability, automation, and operational effectiveness.
Responsibilities
Application Development:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain AWS API services and integration solutions.
- Implement enhancements and defect fixes for existing applications and integrations.
- Participate in solution design and technical discussions.
- Develop and maintain REST APIs and event-driven integrations.
- Create and maintain automated unit and integration tests.
Project Delivery and Platform Enhancements:
- Support Digital Commerce initiatives and other Enterprise Applications project work.
- Contribute to platform enhancement and modernization efforts.
- Assist with technical debt reduction and code quality improvements.
- Support delivery of integration-related business initiatives.
AWS Platform Support:
- Develop and support AWS Lambda-based services.
- Troubleshoot production and non-production issues.
- Support deployment and operational activities across AWS environments.
- Assist with platform reliability, scalability, and performance improvements.
Operational Excellence:
- Review and improve monitoring and alerting configurations.
- Assist with operational visibility and observability improvements.
- Support incident investigation and root cause analysis activities.
- Contribute to operational documentation and support processes.
DevOps and Automation:
- Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
- Contribute to GitHub Actions workflows and related tooling.
- Assist with automation efforts that improve team productivity and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
Software Engineering:
- Strong software development experience using JavaScript and Node.js.
- Experience developing and supporting REST APIs.
- Experience working with distributed systems and integration solutions.
- Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.
AWS:
- Experience with: AWS Lambda, AWS API Gateway, CloudWatch, S3, IAM, Event-driven architectures.
DevOps:
- Git and GitHub workflows.
- CI/CD pipeline experience.
- Experience working in Agile development environments.
Testing and Quality:
- Experience with automated testing practices.
- Understanding of software quality and secure development practices.
Communication:
- Ability to work effectively within a distributed team.
- Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with enterprise integration platforms.
- Experience with monitoring and observability practices.
- Experience supporting production cloud environments.
- Experience with API gateway configurations.
- Experience with GitHub Actions.
- Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar tools.
Success Criteria:
- Become a productive member of the engineering team within 30–60 days.
- Contribute to Enterprise Applications project delivery efforts.
- Improve platform reliability, operational effectiveness, and automation capabilities.
- Contribute to platform enhancements and engineering best practices.
- Help reduce operational overhead through tooling, automation, and process improvements.
Key skills/competency
- AWS Lambda
- API Development
- REST APIs
- Node.js
- JavaScript
- CloudWatch
- IAM
- CI/CD
- Agile
- Software Engineering
Skills & topics
- AWS
- API Development
- Integrations
- Software Engineer
- Node.js
- JavaScript
- Remote
- Contract
- Cloud
- DevOps
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight AWS, Node.js, JavaScript, and API integration experience.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Emphasize your remote work success and problem-solving skills.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Brush up on AWS services, API design, and coding challenges.
- Showcase DevOps knowledge: Be ready to discuss CI/CD and automation experience.
- Understand Maxonic's mission: Align your application with their candidate-centric approach.
Technical preparation
Practice AWS Lambda and API Gateway design.,Build Node.js applications with REST APIs.,Implement unit and integration tests.,Configure CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex integration you designed.,How do you handle production issues remotely?,Share an example of improving automation.,How do you collaborate in a distributed team?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Senior AWS API Development and Integrations Software Engineer role at Maxonic?
- This Senior AWS API Development and Integrations Software Engineer position is fully remote. Candidates can work from any location.
- What are the key technical skills required for this remote engineering role?
- The role requires strong skills in JavaScript, Node.js, AWS Lambda, API Gateway, REST APIs, and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with distributed systems and automated testing is also crucial.
- How long is the contract for the Enterprise Applications Integrations Software Engineer position?
- The contract for this role is for an initial period of 6+ months, with potential for extension based on performance and project needs.
- What is the application process for a Senior AWS API Development and Integrations Software Engineer job at Maxonic?
- To apply, submit your most current resume via Dice. For further details, you can contact Pramod Kumar. Tailoring your resume to highlight relevant AWS and API experience is recommended.
- What kind of AWS experience is most valuable for this integration role?
- Experience with AWS Lambda, AWS API Gateway, CloudWatch, S3, and IAM is highly valued. Understanding event-driven architectures and supporting production cloud environments is also beneficial.
- Does Maxonic offer opportunities for professional growth in this role?
- Yes, the role focuses on platform enhancements, modernization, and reducing technical debt, offering opportunities to improve engineering best practices and operational effectiveness.