Sr. Software Engineer - Back-End Serverless Developer (U.S. Remote - Occasional Office Visits Required)
Overview
Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Back-End Serverless Developer with strong experience in Serverless AWS-based application development and modern API architectures. The ideal candidate is proficient in TypeScript, GraphQL, AWS Serverless, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and DevOps.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain GraphQL APIs using Typescript with AWS API Gateway, Lambda and DynamoDB.
- Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using AWS CDK and AWS SDK.
- Deploy releases and hotfixes to production environments.
- Debug issues in production or development environments.
- Write unit/integration tests as part of each feature/bug fix.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with front-end engineers and product stakeholders to deliver robust and maintainable systems.
- Apply AWS best practices for security, performance, monitoring, and cost optimization.
- Participate in code reviews, contribute to engineering standards, and support continuous improvement across the team.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional experience in back-end software development.
- Strong proficiency with TypeScript
- Knowledge of GraphQL and schema design
- Experience with AWS DynamoDB, API Gateway, Lambda, and Event Bridge
- Solid understanding of distributed systems, API design, Serverless architecture, and Database design.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control workflows.
- Able to perform root cause analysis on issues within the application
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with cross-functional teams
Preferred Knowledge (Nice-to-Have):
- DynamoDB Single Table Design
- OpenSearch
- Amazon SageMaker for ML model deployment and integration
- AWS CodePipeline for CI/CD automation
- Test Driven Development (TDD)
- FedRAMP or other certification knowledge
What We're Looking For:
- Someone who is detail-oriented and comfortable taking ownership of features from design to deployment.
- A developer who enjoys solving complex architecture challenges in a cloud-first environment.
- A collaborative team member who values quality, reliability, and maintainable code.
- A team member that reflects our foundational behaviors: Client service, flexibility, respect, stewardship, commitment, initiative, and teamwork.
Compensation: Base Salary: $110,000 - $170,000 Final compensation will depend on factors such as geographic location, experience, and qualifications. In-Person Interview: Our hiring process requires one in-person meeting, typically the final interview. Travel and accommodations will be provided. Remote Work: Though predominantly remote, infrequent office visits will be required, typically quarterly. All travel costs for these visits will be covered by Unison.