[Remote] Senior Full Stack AWS Engineer- Virtual

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Alight is a company focused on empowering clients to build a healthier workforce through a unified benefits ecosystem. They are seeking a Senior Full Stack AWS Engineer to architect and implement cloud-native applications using AWS services, while also leading the design of AI workflows and collaborating with cross-functional teams.ResponsibilitiesArchitect and implement serverless, event-driven, and containerized cloud applications using AWS services (e.g., Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Step Functions, S3, ECS/EKS)Build robust, secure, and high-performance cloud-native solutions, leveraging both front-end (Angular, TypeScript) and back-end (Node.js, Java, RESTful APIs) technologiesLead the design and integration of Generative AI workflows leveraging Amazon Bedrock, RAG pipelines, and knowledge-base-driven context engineering for intelligent, reliable, and extensible AI solutionsDevelop and maintain internal frameworks, reusable modules, and developer platforms to enhance developer experience, maintainability, and cloud efficiencyImplement multi-tier architectures and RESTful microservices, integrating with upstream and downstream systemsManage databases with Amazon RDS (MySQL/PostgreSQL), DynamoDB, and Aurora, including both SQL and NoSQL modelingDesign and maintain CI/CD pipelines and apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using Terraform and CloudFormationEmploy testing frameworks and backend testing tools to ensure code quality and reliabilityCollaborate cross-functionally with product, design, and data science teams to bridge business goals with scalable cloud solutionsChampion accessibility-first design and inclusive engineering practices across products and internal toolingMentor engineers and influence architectural direction aligned with organizational growth and sustainability objectivesImplement logging, monitoring, and distributed tracing using AWS and third-party tools (e.g., CloudWatch, X-Ray, ELK stack)Optimize application performance and ensure high availability through AWS scaling and caching mechanisms (Elastic Load Balancer, CloudFront)Skills10+ years of experience in software engineering, cloud architecture, or full-stack application developmentDeep hands-on experience with AWS (e.g., Bedrock, Lambda, Step Functions, Redshift, Glue, ECS/EKS, IAM, S3, API Gateway, RDS, CloudFormation, EC2, Fargate, CloudWatch)Proficiency in Python, Java, TypeScript/Node.js, or similar languages for serverless and full-stack developmentStrong grasp of context engineering, prompt orchestration, and LLM application designProven success leading cross-functional engineering teams and innovating at the intersection of technology and businessCommitment to accessibility and inclusive design principlesExperience integrating agent-based architectures and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) on AWSUnderstanding of application-level security, compliance, and cost optimization best practices in the cloudExperience with internal developer platforms, CI/CD pipelines, and observability frameworksPrior contributions to AI/ML product teams or open-source cloud frameworksSkilled in serverless and containerized application design and deployment using AWS SAM, Docker, and ECSExperience in implementing secure authentication and authorization using AWS Cognito, OAuth2.0, and JWTStrong proficiency in database management with Amazon RDS, DynamoDB, and Aurora, including SQL and NoSQL modelingGood working knowledge of testing frameworks and backend testing tools like JUnitStrong exposure to Agile and Waterfall methodologies, with a focus on continuous delivery and iterative developmentAdept in version control and configuration management tools including GitHub, Bitbucket, and AWS CodeCommitBenefitsHealth, dental and vision coverages starting Day OneWellbeing programsRetirement plans with contribution matchingGenerous time offParental leaveContinuing educationCareer growth opportunitiesFlexible working arrangements wherever possibleCompetitive total rewards packageContinuing education & trainingBonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and levelCompany OverviewStrada is a payroll and tech company that offers workforce management with cloud solutions and services for multinational organizations. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://stradaglobal.com.