AWS Cloud Developer

Who Are We? 
Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider, resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results.  Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace?  Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.
 

What You'll do:

We are seeking two AWS Cloud Developers to support development of an AWS CDK infrastructure codebase. The platform supports document processing, search, analytics, AI, and application integration workflows.

The developers will work with senior engineers and product stakeholders in an Agile development process to build, maintain, test, and deploy infrastructure-as-code and serverless application components. This role requires a team-oriented developer who can adapt quickly as product priorities, new features, and requirements change.

Must be familiar with the technical environment:

• Language/runtime: TypeScript, Node.js, JavaScript modules, and Python

• Infrastructure: AWS CDK

• Core AWS services: Lambda, S3, SQS, DynamoDB, RDS/PostgreSQL, API Gateway, Step Functions, OpenSearch Serverless, AppConfig, CloudWatch, EventBridge, Secrets Manager, Glue, Athena, Bedrock.

• Tooling: npm, AWS CLI, CDK CLI, Docker, Git.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain AWS CDK stacks in TypeScript.

•  Add and update Lambda-backed services for document storage, indexing, summarization, conversion, analytics, and AgentCore workflows.

• Implement least-privilege IAM roles and policies for new and existing services.

• Support AWS resources including S3, SQS, DynamoDB, RDS/PostgreSQL, OpenSearch Serverless, Lambda, Step Functions, AppConfig, API Gateway, CloudWatch, and Bedrock.

• Troubleshoot deployment, permissions, networking, and runtime issues across environments.

• Write and update operational documentation, runbooks, and developer notes.

• Review CloudWatch logs and metrics to diagnose Lambda, queue, and workflow behavior.

• Collaborate with senior engineers on code reviews, testing, refactoring, and production readiness.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies, backlog refinement, sprint planning, demos, and retrospectives.

• Work closely with product and engineering teammates to clarify requirements, estimate work, and deliver incremental product improvements.

• Respond constructively to rapid new requirements and changes in scope while keeping implementation quality and maintainability in focus.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of hands-on AWS cloud development or infrastructure experience.

• Working knowledge of TypeScript or JavaScript.

• Experience with AWS CDK, CloudFormation, Terraform, or another infrastructure-as-code tool.

• Familiarity with serverless AWS services, especially Lambda, S3, SQS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, and CloudWatch.

• Basic understanding of IAM roles, policies, principals, and least-privilege access.

• Comfortable using Git, command-line tools, npm, and AWS CLI.

• Ability to read existing code, follow established patterns, and ask clear technical questions.

• Strong written communication for documentation, pull requests, and issue updates.

• Comfortable working in an Agile team environment with evolving product requirements.

• Collaborative team worker who communicates blockers early and contributes to shared delivery goals.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal government security clearance (US Citizenship required).

• This is a hybrid role requiring 1-2 days onsite / week
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS CDK in TypeScript.

• Experience with OpenSearch or OpenSearch Serverless.

• Experience with Step Functions, EventBridge Scheduler, AppConfig, or Glue/Athena.

• Experience with RDS/PostgreSQL and Secrets Manager.

• Exposure to Bedrock and AgentCore

• Experience debugging Lambda functions.

• Familiarity with Docker-based Lambda/container builds.

• Understanding of AWS networking basics: VPCs, subnets, security groups, endpoints, and routing.

• Experience contributing to product development teams with fast-moving priorities.

Skills:

Certification:

Why You’ll Never Want to Leave:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans 

• Flexible Spending Account 

• 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting) 

• Paid Time Off 

• Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development

• Flexible work schedule

• On-site gym and childcare option 

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

NOTE: Groundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell, and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Read a copy of the Company’s Non-Discrimination Policy Statement.
Additional Resources:

• EO 13496 Notification of Employee Rights under NLRA

• Know your rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
   

Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at [email protected] or 703-639-1777.