AWS Full Stack Engineer

Our client empowers financial institutions to securely manage data sharing by providing advanced regulatory checking and information services. Our cloud-native platform, built with cutting-edge technology, operates 24/7 to handle high transaction volumes with speed and efficiency. Salary goes up to £80,000 – 2 days a week on-site in Reading The office is conveniently located near Reading station, and they offer an attractive compensation package, including pension, bonus schemes, and equity options. We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about innovation, committed to technical excellence, and eager to create impactful solutions for our clients. Key Responsibilities As a Senior Fullstack Engineer specializing in AWS, you will: Develop Fullstack Applications : Build applications using TypeScript, Node.js, and React. Lead AWS Architecture and Implementation : Act as the AWS subject matter expert, designing and implementing cloud solutions. Design Serverless Infrastructure : Architect and manage our AWS infrastructure using event-driven design principles for scalability and efficiency. Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) : Apply IaC practices with AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK). Optimize System Performance : Enhance application performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency within AWS. Ensure High Availability : Implement disaster recovery practices to maintain uptime and reliability of our cloud systems. Mentor and Collaborate : Provide guidance to team members on AWS best practices and fullstack development, and contribute to technical problem-solving. Maintain Code Quality : Conduct code reviews and uphold high coding standards. Stay Current with AWS Innovations : Regularly evaluate new AWS services and recommend improvements. Qualifications We’re looking for candidates with: Experience : 4+ years in fullstack development, with a focus on cloud and DevOps. AWS Expertise : In-depth knowledge of AWS services, particularly serverless and event-driven architectures. Backend Proficiency : Strong skills in Node.js and TypeScript. Containerization : Familiarity with Docker and orchestration tools such as EKS. Network Administration : Experience with network setup and management. AWS Security and Compliance : Knowledge of AWS security best practices and compliance standards. Observability : Experience with AWS monitoring and observability tools. Database Knowledge : Experience with databases such as Postgres (RDS), OpenSearch, Redis, and DynamoDB. CI/CD Expertise : Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines; we use GitHub Actions. Problem-Solving Skills : Ability to optimize complex systems and solve technical challenges. Team Collaboration : Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.