Associate Platform Engineer / AWS / Python

This Charlotte, NC-based opportunity is for a full-time Associate Platform Engineer working onsite with a fast-growing organization building enterprise-grade AI solutions. This role sits at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, backend engineering, and client delivery, leveraging a modern stack centered around Python and AWS (Lambda, S3, SQS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, EC2) alongside React/TypeScript on the frontend. The position blends hands-on engineering with client-facing deployment support, offering exposure to real-world production systems at scale.

This is a high-impact, growth-oriented role ideal for a strong generalist engineer who thrives in ambiguous environments and enjoys diving into complex systems. Engineers in this role will work closely with forward-deployed teams, support live client environments, and contribute to internal product development. The organization values curiosity, ownership, and the ability to troubleshoot issues end-to-end across the stack-making this an exceptional opportunity for engineers looking to accelerate their careers in cloud engineering, AI-driven platforms, and client-facing technical roles. Required Skills & Experience

• 2-4 years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in Python and object-oriented programming principles
• Hands-on experience with AWS services including Lambda, S3, SQS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, EC2, CloudFormation, and CloudWatch
• Solid understanding of serverless architecture and distributed systems
• Experience working with NoSQL databases (DynamoDB preferred)
• Strong understanding of REST APIs and modern web service design
• Proven ability to troubleshoot production systems, analyze logs, and debug issues across a full stack environment
• Experience reading and contributing to unfamiliar codebases quickly and effectively
• Exposure to frontend technologies (React, TypeScript, Next.js)
• Experience supporting production systems in a client-facing capacity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions or similar)
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure as code (CloudFormation or Terraform)
• Exposure to AI/ML systems, LLMs, or agent-based architectures
• Experience building documentation, runbooks, or operational playbooks
• Background working in a startup or fast-paced client delivery environment
• Experience integrating with enterprise systems (ERP, TMS, accounting platforms, etc.)
• Comfort working cross-functionally with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown

• 50% Cloud Infrastructure & Platform (AWS, serverless architecture, system operations)
• 30% Backend / Full Stack Development (Python, APIs, React-based interfaces)
• 20% Debugging, Troubleshooting & Production Support

Daily Responsibilities

• 40% Internal product development, enhancements, and R&D initiatives
• 40% Client deployment support, delivery, and forward engineering collaboration
• 20% Cloud infrastructure support, documentation, and system optimization

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting live client deployments and serving as a technical point of contact
• Troubleshooting issues using logs, system tracing, and debugging tools (CloudWatch, DynamoDB, etc.)
• Building documentation, operational playbooks, and scalable processes
• Contributing to deployment efforts alongside forward deployed engineering teams
• Enhancing internal products and tools using modern frontend and backend technologies
• Assisting with system configuration, rollout, and replication across teams

The Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI-driven enterprise platforms
• High-visibility role with direct client interaction and ownership
• Career growth path into senior platform or forward deployed engineering roles
• Collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment
• Standard benefits package: medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement options

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