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Technical Lead

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Description

 

We are seeking a seasoned API Developer with a robust background in AWS cloud infrastructure to implement secure, scalable APIs that enhance application functionality and user experience. This role involves collaboration with cloud architects, back-end, and front-end developers to deliver APIs that adhere to AWS best practices and application needs. The Technical Lead will be responsible for managing the full API lifecycle within the AWS ecosystem, ensuring optimal performance, robust security, and high availability. This role is pivotal in maintaining a high-performance, cloud-native application environment and driving forward the team’s technological capabilities with AWS services.


About the Company:


Spatial Front, Inc is a fast-growing small company providing IT solutions to federal, state, local governments, and the private sector. SFI is nationally recognized by Inc. Magazine by being awarded the Inc. 5000 Award. We pride ourselves on being one of the premier employers in the VA, MD, DC area. SFI is an industry leader in delivering cutting-edge technical solutions and mission support services bringing our customers’ businesses to the forefront of the 21st century. Our corporate commitment to excellence in client services and product development means that our people are attentive, hands-on, and bring industry-leading expertise to meet and exceed your needs in a straightforward, timely, and cost-effective manner.


Every employee at SFI is a leader. We don’t settle. We blaze our own path and inspire those around us

into action. We motivate others to reach their full potential. To learn more about us visit:

www.spatialfront.com

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a closely related discipline is required.
  • 8+ years of experience in a comparable LEAD position, demonstrating a track record of success in software development for sophisticated applications in large-scale production environments.
  • Prior experience with federal government projects is highly regarded and will be considered an asset.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement secure, scalable, and maintainable APIs optimized for AWS cloud infrastructure to ensure seamless integration and dynamic front-end functionality for the application.
  • Manage the full API lifecycle within the AWS ecosystem, utilizing services like AWS Lambda for serverless APIs, and monitoring through Amazon CloudWatch.
  • Optimize API performance through regular testing and performance tuning, leveraging AWS's elastic capabilities to ensure high availability and scalability.
  • Implement robust API security measures using AWS IAM (Identity and Access Management) and apply best practices for secure API gateway configurations.
  • Iterate on existing APIs in response to user feedback, application updates, and evolving AWS services that can enhance functionality.
  • Utilize AWS monitoring services to track API usage, identify performance bottlenecks, and inform decisions on infrastructure and feature improvements.


Desired Skills & Qualifications

  • Demonstrated proficiency in NodeJS, TypeScript, and JavaScript, with a strong foundation in coding principles and design patterns.
  • In-depth experience with serverless architectures, particularly within the AWS ecosystem, including but not limited to Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFormation, S3, SNS, and SQS.
  • Strong command over Elastic Search, with the ability to design and implement search-driven solutions.


Additional Information:

  • In order to meet the clearance requirements for this opportunity, candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S
  • All candidates will be subject to a complete background check to include, but not limited to Criminal History, Education Verification, Professional Certification Verification, Verification of Previous Employment and Credit History.
  • Public Trust background investigations can take approximately four to eight weeks and requires fingerprinting.

Other Information:

  • The salary for this position is $90,000 - $150,000 annually
  • For information on SFI's benefits please visit http://www.spatialfront.com/pages/career.html
  • This is a full-time W2 position.
  • Please no agencies, third parties, or corp-to-corp.
  • Spatial Front Inc. is an Equal-opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
  • Spatial Front Inc. participates in E-Verify.
Salary Description 90,000 - 150,000 Apply

Job Profile

Regions

North America

Countries

United States

Restrictions

Background check required Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits/Perks

Background check

Tasks
  • Design
  • Design and implement secure APIs
  • Development
  • Enhance
  • Implement API security measures
  • Iterate on existing APIs
  • Manage full API lifecycle
  • Monitoring
  • Optimize API performance
  • Performance tuning
  • Testing
  • Utilize AWS monitoring services
Skills

API Development API Gateway APIs AWS Aws cloud infrastructure AWS Lambda CloudFormation Collaboration Elastic Search HTML HTTP IT Javascript Lambda Node.js Performance Tuning S3 Serverless Serverless architectures SNS Software Development SQS Testing Typescript User Experience

Experience

8 years

Education

Bachelor Bachelor's Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree in closely related discipline Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology Computer Science Information Technology Related discipline

Timezones

America/Anchorage America/Chicago America/Denver America/Los_Angeles America/New_York Pacific/Honolulu UTC-10 UTC-5 UTC-6 UTC-7 UTC-8 UTC-9