Sr. Cloud and API Developer

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Developer to join our dynamic team in building scalable, cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in AWS, Python, Java, and RESTful API development, with a proven ability to design and implement secure, high-performance APIs that power enterprise-grade solutions. This role focuses on hands-on development, designing robust solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs using Python, Java and Spring Boot, ensuring adherence to best practices for scalability, security, and performance.
• Implement API development best practices, for enterprise-grade applications.
• Build and optimize cloud-native microservices leveraging AWS services such as DynamoDB, S3, SQS, and Lambda.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and stakeholders to define API contracts and ensure seamless integration with front-end and third-party systems.
• Establish and maintain API documentation using tools like Swagger/OpenAPI for clear and consistent developer experience.
• Implement error handling, logging, and monitoring for APIs to ensure reliability and observability.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks (including API testing), and maintain robust documentation.
• Participate in Agile development practices, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and code reviews.

•5+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful API design and implementation.
• Proficiency in Python is desired
• Expertise in API security standards (OAuth2, JWT, HTTPS) and API performance optimization.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services (e.g., DynamoDB, S3, SQS, Lambda).
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, and cloud-native development.
• Experience implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines and automated testing (including API test automation).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of API Gateway (AWS API Gateway or similar) and service mesh technologies.
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures.
• Exposure to monitoring and logging tools (e.g., CloudWatch, ELK stack).
• Familiarity with advanced API patterns.

Why Join Us
• Impactful Work: Build APIs and cloud-native solutions that power critical business applications.
• Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge technologies and modern development practices.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance into architecture or technical leadership roles.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence.

Additional Considerations:

• Please Note: Candidates who advance to the final interview stage may be asked to participate in an in-person interview. Travel expenses will be covered 
• This role is remote but may require occasional on-site attendance for meetings in one of our facilities in Tampa, Hartford or Overland Park, KS.  If chosen for a final interview, an on-site interview may be required.
• Sponsorship is not available for this role (e.g., H-1B, F-1, OPT, CPT).  Candidates must reside in the United States to be considered.

• Pay Range: $100000 – $130000 / year, plus corporate bonus incentive. This range reflects potential future growth and earning opportunities.
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, HSA employer contributions, Dependent Care FSA employer contribution, Paid Time Off, Personal/Sick Time, Paid Parental Leave, and more.
• Award-winning culture: Keeps our company values at the heart of everything we do: We Care; We Do the Right Thing; We Strive for Excellence; We Think BIG; We Take our Work Seriously, Not Ourselves.

CareCentrix maintains a drug-free workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or being a qualified disabled veteran or qualified veteran of the Vietnam era or any other category protected by Federal or State law.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected.

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