RESPONSIBILITIES: Kforce has client that is seeking a Developer IV - Specialized in Herndon, VA. Summary: The client is seeking a Developer IV to design, develop, and implement applications on AWS using general languages and technologies (eg Java,Python) to support business requirements. The Developer IV performs high complexity (ie system level applications) analysis, design, development and unit testing of software applications from user requirements and design documents. The candidate also resolves defects encountered during various testing cycles. This role will configure and implement AWS tools such as CloudWatch, CloudTrail and direct system logs for monitoring. Job Requirements: REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of 5 years of experience with developing solutions on the AWS platform using services such as RDS, S3, IAM, Lambda, API Gateway Minimum of 5 years of experience writing code in high-level language like Java, scripting language like Python 3-4 years of experience building integrations between applications using REST APIs Hands-on experience migrating customers to the cloud and designing DevOps operational processes, deployment checklists, etc. Experience with Scrum/Agile methodology and cloud migration services Expert level demonstrated experience in developing code, implementation and adopting to cloud strategy Experience working in Cloud environments, AWS, Big data environments At least one language common to cloud platforms such as Java or Python Familiar with creation and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines Test-driven development and/or behavior-driven development Ability to stay current with the evolving platform and understand how new AWS services can enrich our products Familiarity with GIT and managing branching strategies Strong skills in creating and using complex SQL queries, Stored Procedures and validating reports/back end data Strong Data Analysis skills with Database knowledge and experience with database query tools and languages (TOAD/DB Visualizer/SQL Developer) Leverage industry best practices to design, test, implement and support a solution Continuous monitoring solutions such as Elastic Stack, Microservice Architecture and DevOps: CloudFormation (infrastructure as code), Ansible, Auto Scaling Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.