Python Developer (AWS, Cloud-Native)

OpenDataJobs • Washington, DC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Peregrine Advisors is seeking a motivated Python Developer with expertise in AWS and cloud-native development. This role involves building serverless, event-driven application workflows on AWS using Lambda and Step Functions, connecting commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products, building API connections, and creating data and document pipelines. The position requires adaptability and a capacity to learn new concepts and tools as projects evolve. The work is impactful, focusing on building cloud-native, modern systems that create business value through automation and streamlined operations. Developers will own their code from development through to production, including testing and defect correction. AI-assisted development using tools like Amazon Q Developer is the standard. This role also offers the opportunity to contribute to the firm's growth by launching new capabilities and lines of business.

Requirements

• Sole United States citizenship
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust determination
• 4+ years of software development experience
• Bachelor's degree
• Working-level command of Python
• Experience with modern languages and frameworks
• Experience with version control
• Familiarity with cloud development on Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) concepts
• Ability to turn a defined specification into working, tested code and own it through to production
• Basic proficiency in writing, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Clear communication skills
• Adaptability across roles and clients
• Focus on creating public value
• Ability to experiment, fail, learn, and repeat quickly
• Desire to own an outcome rather than be handed a task
• Practical command of modern cloud development
• Delivery habits including version control, unit and integration testing, code review, secure coding, and accessibility
• Precision to work where accuracy and auditability are not optional

Nice To Haves

• Amazon Web Services exposure or certification
• Federal information technology experience
• Familiarity with AI-assisted developer tooling

Responsibilities

• Building serverless, event-driven application workflows, cloud-native on AWS, with Lambda and Step Functions
• Connecting commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products into the larger system frameworks developed in-house
• Building API connections, whether internal or external, that support modern system architectures
• Creating data and document pipelines that make automatic what used to be manual and paper-heavy
• Turning user stories from refinement all the way to production
• Building cloud-native, modern systems whose streamlined, automated operation creates exceptional business value
• Producing tested, working code that is owned all the way to production, including the defects uncovered and corrected
• Developing automation that retires manual processes, validations, checks, and workflows
• Implementing routine deployments, with services shipped through pipelines
• Utilizing AI-assisted development as the default way of working, with tools like Amazon Q Developer across the entire lifecycle
• Contributing to the firm's growth through new capabilities, tools, and lines of business

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision with the employee premium fully paid and half of dependent premiums
• Employer-paid life, accidental death, and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• A 401(k) matched 100% up to 4% of salary, vesting immediately
• Unlimited paid time off
• Sponsored professional certifications and continuing education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level