Software Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a Software Engineer to build and operate cloud-native digital services supporting secure data exchange and enterprise application workflows.

This is a hands-on role covering both software development and production operations . You will work across backend development, APIs, cloud infrastructure, system integrations, deployments, monitoring, incident support, and DevSecOps.

• Working Hours: Mon-Fri
• Working Location: Central
• Job Type: Contract
• Salary Package: Up to $10,000 (basic) + AWS

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and operate cloud-native applications and services on AWS .
• Build and enhance backend applications using Java and Spring Boot .
• Develop and maintain modern web applications using JavaScript / React / Next.js .
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and system integrations across internal and external platforms.
• Support secure data exchange through APIs, SFTP, message queues, and other integration channels .
• Perform data mapping, transformation, validation, and integration across connected systems.
• Build and maintain AWS services using technologies such as API Gateway, Lambda, ECS/EKS, and managed cloud services .
• Provision and manage cloud infrastructure using Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code practices .
• Support application deployments, monitoring, incident investigation, troubleshooting, and production recovery.
• Maintain and improve CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines , automated testing, security controls, and engineering quality.
• Work with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, AWS Aurora, or Oracle .
• Support onboarding of new interfaces and integrations, including infrastructure and application configuration.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, engineers, vendors, and external stakeholders to deliver features and integrations end-to-end.
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive operational activities and reduce manual support effort.
• Apply AI-assisted development tools and workflows to improve engineering productivity where appropriate.
• Contribute to architecture discussions, technical standards, code reviews, and engineering best practices.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot .
• Experience building and operating cloud-native applications on AWS .
• Hands-on experience with AWS services such as:
  • API Gateway
  • Lambda
  • ECS / EKS or other containerised platforms
  • Cloud-based databases and integration services
• AWS certification at Associate level or above is required.
• Experience developing modern frontend applications using JavaScript, React, or Next.js .
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and system integration .
• Experience with secure file transfer such as SFTP .
• Familiarity with messaging technologies such as AWS MQ, ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, or Amazon SQS .
• Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, AWS Aurora, or Oracle .
• Hands-on experience with Terraform / Infrastructure as Code .
• Working knowledge of CI/CD, Git-based development, automated testing, and DevSecOps practices .
• Good understanding of software architecture, system design, security, and testing principles .
• Comfortable taking ownership of solutions from development through deployment and production support.

Good to Have

• Experience with event-driven or message-based architectures .
• Experience with workflow engines, state machines, or business-process orchestration tools.
• Experience using AI coding assistants, coding agents, automated code review, or agentic development workflows .
• Exposure to integrating LLMs, RAG, or AI capabilities into software products.
• Experience working on secure government, regulated, enterprise, logistics, trade, or transaction-processing systems.
• Exposure to enterprise API platforms, digital identity platforms, or secure inter-system integrations.
• Experience working in Agile or product-based engineering teams.

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys both building and running systems in production . You should be com