Senior Software Engineer – AWS

BizTech Fusion is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (AWS) to build production-quality, cloud-native applications on an AWS stack. This hybrid role supports 2–3 days per week onsite in Reston, VA / Washington, D.C. and focuses on engineering work that includes CI/CD, automated testing, secure coding, and accessibility considerations. The role is contract and requires an AWS certification, plus U.S. citizenship.

What you will do

• Implement user stories, features, and software components for a cloud-native AWS environment.
• Develop clean, maintainable, production-ready code using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Write and maintain unit and integration tests to support reliable releases.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and design/refinement sessions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and production issues.
• Support and improve CI/CD processes, including development automation.
• Use AI-assisted software development tools throughout the development lifecycle.
• Apply secure coding practices and support application security requirements.
• Support accessibility requirements, including applicable Section 508 considerations.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, QA engineers, and other technical stakeholders.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, refinement, and continuous improvement activities.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation as needed.

What you bring

• 6+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong experience with modern programming languages and development frameworks.
• Experience with Git or other modern version control systems.
• Working knowledge of AWS and cloud-native development concepts.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and software development automation.
• Experience writing unit and integration tests.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative, and work independently.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced development environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and accept/provide constructive feedback.
• U.S. Citizenship required, with ability to satisfy required background investigation and clearance requirements.
• AWS Certification is mandatory. Provide a copy of the AWS certification along with candidate submission details.
• Demonstrate hands-on software development experience, not solely DevOps, infrastructure, or support experience.
• Must be available to work 2–3 days per week onsite in Reston, VA or Washington, D.C..

Technologies

• AWS
• CI/CD
• Git
• AI-assisted software development tools
• Section 508

Preferred qualifications

• AWS certification and/or strong hands-on AWS experience.
• Experience working in Federal IT environments.
• Experience with cloud-native application development.
• Experience with modern CI/CD and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted developer tools (for example: AI coding assistants, code-generation tools, automated testing tools, or AI-powered development platforms).
• Experience with secure software development practices.
• Familiarity with Section 508 and accessibility requirements.