ECS Engineer

ImpactAs a cloud engineer, you will get to work with a variety of cloud native AWS services to develop full stack solutions, that will service global cross functional teams across the Vanguard enterprise. The tech stack requires an engineer very familiar with Python which is primarily used as the development language, followed by Node Js and Java. Expertise developing CloudFormation templates (AWS) is a must, along with familiarity in Splunk and CloudWatch logs and metrics. You must be able to prove you are a self-motivated learner, building a resilient platform and balancing operational and client support.What it takesWork with architects and other IT and business groups to identify technical and functional needs of applications based on priorityDesign and build solutions for cross-functional, multi-platform internal and client facing applicationsAbility to decipher complex, ambiguous customer needs and translate into optimal feature deliveryWriting great quality code with a drive for automated testing and validationThinks in terms of architecture as well as code. Able to develop and evaluate solutions for strengths and weaknesses (e.g., complexity, quality, scalability, latency, security, performance, data integrity, etc.) which are key for an enterprise engineerExperience working with AWS technologies ECS, Docker, Fargate, EC2, Step functions, CloudWatch, etc.Experience with Security stacks such as IAM, Okta OIDC, Auth0, Secrets Manager, etc.Understands software engineering best practices (e.g. CI\CD automated pipelines, Operational Excellence, Information Security IAM)Experience with deployments and dev opsExperience with application integration via APIs/REST, API Gateways (Kong, CA API Gateway, etc.)Experience providing technical leadership and mentoring other engineers on best practicesQualifications and SkillsMinimum 5 years of experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure management, or cloud operations.Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT) or equivalent experience.Hands-on expertise with GitHub, Bitbucket/Bamboo, AWS Services, Cloud based databases, CI/CD, Pipeline Development, Cloud Platform Development, Cloud Based Application DevelopmentExperience Senior Engineer, being able to work independently, passionate about solving points of pain for developer community , scrum/agile methodologiesStrong troubleshooting skills in cloud infrastructure, networking, security best practices, and performance optimizationDesired SkillsExperience in AWS cloud development: Python/CloudFormation/NodeJS/Java/ AWS SDKExperience or exposure in build and deploy technologies: GitHub; IaC pipeline and tools; OTel, Honeycomb, and observability tools; Crowdstrike, Wiz, and other security scanning tools; and test frameworksExposure to Agile development conceptsSpecial FactorsSponsorshipVanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About VanguardAt Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.How We WorkVanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.SummaryLocation: Malvern, PA; Charlotte, NCType: Full time