Our client is looking for a highly skilled Python Developer & AWS Cloud Developer to join their dynamic team in Toronto. This is a hybrid role that is in office one day per week. The ideal candidate will have strong backend development skills in Python/PySpark and deep expertise in building serverless applications on AWS using modern DevOps and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain scalable backend systems using Python and PySpark.

• Design and implement serverless applications leveraging AWS Lambda, API Gateway, Step Functions, DynamoDB, Glue, and Redshift.

• Develop event-driven architectures using SNS, SQS, and EventBridge.

• Write infrastructure as code using AWS CDK and CloudFormation.

• Work with RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services.

• Implement TDD (Test-Driven Development) and write robust unit tests.

• Use logging and monitoring tools such as AWS CloudWatch for application health and performance.

• Manage IAM roles and security policies for AWS services.

• Collaborate with DevOps for CI/CD automation and containerization using Docker.

• Optimize data storage and access using SQL and NoSQL databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, and DynamoDB.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in Python and/or PySpark

• AWS Cloud Development with focus on Serverless

• Experience with IaC tools, especially AWS CDK

• RESTful API development

• Familiarity with event-driven AWS services (SNS, SQS, EventBridge)

• Strong understanding of IAM, CloudWatch, and secure cloud practices

• Exposure to Docker and DevOps CI/CD practices

• Good grasp of SQL and NoSQL database technologies

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.