Our client is seeking a hands-on Technical Lead - AWS / Cloud Integration contractor to support a major cloud modernization and integration initiative within a leading financial services environment. This role is an initial 4 month contract, with possibility of renewal. The role requires a strong developer who can lead technical delivery, provide architectural guidance, and operate independently in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive cloud-native development, API integration, and data processing solutions using AWS technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the technical design and delivery of cloud-native solutions using AWS services.
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Provide hands-on development leadership across API, ETL, and integration initiatives.
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Guide development teams on best practices, coding standards, and solution design.
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Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and external partners to deliver scalable solutions.
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Support integration and data processing workflows using AWS technologies such as AWS Glue.
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Navigate ambiguous requirements and drive technical decisions with minimal oversight.
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Identify opportunities for process improvement and modernization.
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong experience with AWS cloud technologies, including AWS Glue.
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Hands-on experience with cloud-native application development.
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Strong background in API development, ETL processes, and system integrations.
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Proven experience leading technical delivery initiatives.
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Strong software development expertise and ability to quickly learn new business and technical domains.
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Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
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Ability to work independently and engage effectively with external stakeholders.
Preferred Experience
- Financial services or banking experience.
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Experience working in large enterprise transformation programs.
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Exposure to modern integration and data platform architectures, .NET experience is a huge asset
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