Senior Software Developer - Python & AWS
100% Remote Canada
Experience Level: 8 Years
Role Summary: NearSource is looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Developer with expertise in Python and AWS to lead the development of scalable secure and enterprise-grade data solutions. The selected candidate will contribute to architecture design technical roadmaps and process improvements while mentoring engineers and driving best practices across distributed teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design development and implementation of robust scalable and secure consent and permission solutions
- Drive the technical roadmap while balancing time resources and quality considerations
- Collaborate with product managers architects UX designers engineers and stakeholders to deliver aligned technical solutions
- Communicate progress risks and metrics effectively with stakeholders
- Plan and manage development releases leveraging Agile methodologies
- Promote collaboration using open/inner source development models
- Lead continuous improvement of processes methodologies and practices across the SDLC
- Apply secure coding principles and enforce technical excellence to reduce complexity
- Conduct regular reviews and audits of SDLC processes to identify improvement areas
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers
- Foster a culture of innovation quality and accountability across the organization
Must-Have Skills
- 8 years of software engineering experience with a focus on data platforms infrastructure or distributed systems
- Proven expertise in Python programming
- Strong background in AWS services including Lambda API Gateway SQS IAM and related tools
- Experience integrating data pipelines and automating processes
- Proficiency in CI/CD principles with tools such as Jenkins GitLab CI or CircleCI
- Solid experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform CloudFormation or Serverless framework
- Hands-on experience implementing and managing Snowflake for data warehousing and analytics
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems
- Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments
- Proven track record of designing and implementing scalable and secure data solutions
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Experience with additional programming languages such as Java or Go
- Exposure to Apigee Airflow Fivetran Splunk or Astronomer
- Experience working with third-party vendors
- Familiarity with distributed tracing and observability tools
Certifications
- AWS certifications (e.g. AWS Solutions Architect AWS Developer) are an asset but not mandatory
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About NearSource: NearSource Technologies is a trusted partner for future-ready software consulting enabling Fortune 500 enterprises to accelerate digital transformation. Our global engineering teams build and deploy impactful technology for some of the worlds most admired brands working directly on long-term client initiatives.
Equal Opportunity: NearSource is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race gender religion sexual orientation age disability or background. Innovation thrives when everyone feels empowered to contribute.