AWS Developer Job Description Template

Need a skilled AWS Developer fast? Use our job description template to attract top talent and streamline your hiring for high-performance web apps.

AWS (Amazon Web Services) is a comprehensive cloud platform offering a wide range of services including computing, storage, databases, networking, machine learning, and security. It enables organizations to build scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions.

AWS allows developers and DevOps teams to deploy and manage applications in the cloud efficiently. It supports infrastructure as code, serverless architecture, and containerized deployments, enabling rapid innovation and operational agility.

Because of its flexibility, scalability, and global availability, AWS is widely adopted for web applications, enterprise systems, data analytics, and cloud-native solutions. Its ecosystem provides tools for monitoring, automation, and optimization.

Organizations like Netflix, Airbnb, and NASA rely on AWS to power critical applications, handle massive datasets, and scale services globally. AWS skills are in high demand for developers, DevOps engineers, and cloud architects.

If you’re looking to hire an AWS Developer / Cloud Engineer, the following template provides a detailed job description, covering role expectations, responsibilities, required skills, and benefits.

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Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced AWS Developer / Cloud Engineer with 2-4 years of experience in cloud architecture, deployment, and management. In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain cloud-based solutions, optimize infrastructure for performance and cost, and collaborate with development and DevOps teams to deliver scalable applications.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Design, deploy, and manage applications and services on AWS cloud.
  • Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or AWS CDK.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines for cloud deployments using AWS services and DevOps tools.
  • Monitor cloud performance, optimize costs, and ensure security and compliance.
  • Collaborate with developers and operations teams to deliver scalable and reliable solutions.
  • Automate cloud provisioning, scaling, and monitoring processes.
  • Document architecture, workflows, and best practices for cloud operations.
  • Stay updated with AWS services, cloud trends, and best practices.

Required Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, VPC, and IAM.
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, EKS).
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  • Experience with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS CDK).
  • Understanding of networking, security, and cost optimization in AWS environments.
  • Experience with monitoring and logging tools like CloudWatch, CloudTrail, or Prometheus.
  • Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication abilities within cross-functional teams.
  • Knowledge of serverless architecture and microservices is a plus.
  • Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud setups is a plus.

Perks and Benefits:

  1. Flexible working hours with remote/hybrid options.
  2. Access to online AWS, cloud computing, and DevOps courses.
  3. Collaborative, innovative, and supportive team environment.
  4. Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
  5. Health and wellness benefits, including insurance coverage.
  6. Career growth through mentorship, training, and workshops.
  7. Diverse and inclusive workplace culture fostering creativity.
  8. Exposure to projects across multiple industries and cloud platforms.
  9. Support for attending conferences, meetups, and tech events.

Salary Expectations:

$75k – $150k yearly

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