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Cloud Lead Developer

Spectraforce Technologies
United States, South Carolina, Columbia
Jul 08, 2025
Job Title: Cloud Lead Developer Location: Columbia, SC ( Onsite is Highly Preferred but open to Remote) Duration: 6 Months Migration Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Possible overtime, when needed to meet project timelines Required Job Summary: Duties: Responsible for analysis, design, programming, and implementation of the most complex applications tasks and projects in the area. Devise feasible, logical procedures to resolve business problems through the use of computer resources. Formulate scope and objectives through research to develop or modify complex systems. Provide technical direction and support in the development and support of business systems software and procedures. Design, code, test and debug the most complex application programs. 20% Provide expertise regarding the integration of applications across the business. Conceive, design, and implement structures and programs to business systems software. 15% Act as an internal consultant, advocate, mentor, and change agent providing expertise and technical guidance on complex projects. Work closely with customers, business analysts, and team members to determine business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions. Ensure solutions are aligned with business and IT strategies and comply with the organization's architectural standards. 15% Provide design recommendations based on long-term IT organization strategy. Make recommendations towards the development of new code or reuse of existing code. Responsibilities may also include participation in component and data architecture design, performance monitoring, product evaluation and buy versus build recommendations. 15% Perform analysis, design, programming, and implementation on systems and procedures to solve complex business or scientific problems. Develop enterprise-level applications and custom integration solutions. Evaluate complex interrelationships in immediate programming area to determine how changes in one program will affect another related area. 15% Develop programming and development standards. Devise new sources of data and develop new approaches and techniques. Involved in the full systems life cycle and is responsible for designing, coding, testing, implementing, maintaining and supporting application software that is delivered on time and within budget. 15% Provide guidance to lower level programmers/analysts. Lead, plan, organize, and/or coordinate complex projects or phases of large projects. Determine and resolve problems with other systems analysts, programmers, and systems users. 5% Test designed programs, verify logic, perform any necessary "debugging," and write the documentation. Day to Day: A typical day for a Cloud Lead Developer (LEAD DEVELOPER / IT912) involves leading the design, development, and deployment of cloud-native applications while ensuring alignment with architectural standards and business goals. The day often starts with reviewing code merges and CI/CD pipeline activity using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps, ensuring that builds and deployments are running smoothly. The developer actively builds and integrates cloud-based solutions using AWS, leveraging services like compute, storage, and serverless functions. They may spend part of the day writing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or ARM templates to provision and manage cloud infrastructure in a repeatable and scalable way. Throughout the day, they collaborate with cross-functional teams to design APIs, review architecture, and evaluate modern technologies for future integration. They also play a key role in mentoring junior developers, enforcing coding standards, and ensuring security best practices are followed across all cloud development activities. In addition, they provide expertise regarding the integration of cloud applications, lead the planning, design, and implementation of cloud system software-including coding and testing-and act as an internal consultant, offering technical guidance on complex cloud projects. Work Environment: Customer-focused, project-oriented programming environment. Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer. ? Job Requirements: Minimum Required Skills and Abilities: Advanced understanding of applications/development, quality assurance and integration methodologies, concepts and facilities in a mainframe, midrange, and/or PC/LAN environment. Demonstrates a high level of technical proficiency in the areas of programming languages, platform capabilities, and methods of systems analysis and program design. Advanced analysis, decision-making, and problem solving skills. Demonstrates logical abstract thinking and assimilating/adhering to project goals and deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Able to work well under pressure and as part of a team. Extensive knowledge of interpersonal skills/team building. Familiar with project management concepts. Ability to assess requirements, alternatives, and risks/benefits for low- to high-impact projects. Pays attention to detail. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors etc. In-depth understanding of organizational functions, behavior, and inter-relationships. Minimum Required Software and Other Tools: Advanced knowledge of relevant operating systems, programming languages, and development tools and their usage in the company. Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree-in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree. Degree Equivalency: 4 years of job related work experience or 2 years of job related experience plus an associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree Minimum Required Work Experience: 8 years-of application development, systems testing or other job related experience. Technologies: * Experience with Full stack Java implementation, JS, etc. * Experience with application migration to the Cloud. * Cloud Platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform) Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider is essential for designing, developing, and deploying cloud-native applications and services. * Proficiency with Splunk. * Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Tools - Terraform, ARM Templates, or CloudFormation, required for automating infrastructure provisioning and ensuring consistency across environments. Security & Compliance Frameworks (NIST 800-53, FedRAMP) * CI/CD Tools - Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps, Proficiency in setting up and managing continuous integration and deployment pipelines is critical for modern cloud development workflows. * Jenkins, Git, Selenium * Agile Experience Nice To Have: * Serverless Architectures (e.g., AWS Lambda, Azure Functions), Security Best Practices in Cloud Development, * Understanding secure coding practices, identity, and access management (IAM), and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, FedRAMP) is a strong asset in regulated environments.