Remote Senior Amazon Connect Staff Engineer – Cloud‑Native Contact Center Architecture, Automation & Leadership (Full‑Time & Contract Path)
About Our Visionary Client and the Future of Customer Interaction
Imagine shaping the next generation of contact‑center experiences for millions of customers worldwide. Our client—an industry‑leading, cloud‑first technology powerhouse—drives digital transformation for enterprises across insurance, finance, and retail sectors. By combining the scalability of Amazon Web Services (AWS) with the flexibility of Amazon Connect, they empower organizations to deliver personalized, frictionless conversations that delight customers and accelerate business growth. As a Remote Senior Amazon Connect Staff Engineer, you will join a fast‑moving, innovation‑focused team that believes technology should simplify, not complicate, human interaction. This is more than a job; it’s a chance to influence the strategic roadmap of a platform that underpins the future of customer service.
Why This Role Is a Game‑Changer for Your Career
In a hyper‑growth environment where priorities shift rapidly, you will be at the technical helm, championing architecture, delivering high‑impact solutions, and mentoring the next wave of engineering talent. This position offers a unique blend of short‑term contract engagement with a clear pathway to permanent employment—allowing you to prove your expertise, shape the team’s direction, and ultimately secure a long‑term, full‑time role with competitive compensation and benefits. If you thrive on solving complex problems, love navigating the intersection of front‑end UI, back‑end services, and cloud infrastructure, and have a passion for guiding teams to excellence, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Key Responsibilities – What You’ll Own and Drive
- Technical Architecture & Leadership: Define, design, and evolve the end‑to‑end architecture for Amazon Connect solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security across all components.
- Complex System Implementation: Build and ship sophisticated features—including dynamic contact flows, intelligent routing, and AI‑powered chatbots—that directly enhance customer experiences.
- Best‑Practice Delivery: Champion rigorous testing, continuous integration, automated deployment, and proactive monitoring to guarantee high‑quality releases.
- Strategic Direction Setting: Lead technical road‑mapping sessions, translate business objectives into actionable engineering plans, and align cross‑functional stakeholders.
- Design Solutions for Pain Points: Identify system bottlenecks or usability gaps, propose short‑term fixes and long‑term architectural improvements, and create clear, measurable deliverables.
- Metrics & Service Maturity: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as latency, error rates, and DORA metrics to drive continuous improvement.
- Incident Response & Problem Solving: Take ownership of high‑severity incidents, guide root‑cause analysis, and implement lasting remediation strategies.
- Policy & Guideline Development: Collaborate with enterprise architects to create and enforce organization‑wide standards for security, compliance, and operational excellence.
- Mentorship & Team Development: Coach junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and foster a culture of knowledge sharing and technical curiosity.
Essential Qualifications & Experience – What We Require
- Amazon Connect Mastery: Deep, hands‑on experience with Contact Flows, Security Profiles, Routing Profiles, Queues, and Quick Connects.
- AWS Expertise: Proven ability to architect solutions using Lambda, Lex, S3, DynamoDB, API Gateway, Step Functions, and CloudWatch.
- Programming Fluency: Advanced proficiency in at least two of the following languages: Node.js, Python, C#.
- Infrastructure as Code: Demonstrated success delivering production‑grade infrastructure with Terraform.
- Integration Savvy: Experience connecting Amazon Connect with internal enterprise systems and third‑party SaaS platforms.
- Cloud & DevSecOps Leadership: Ability to design, automate, and secure scalable cloud environments, emphasizing compliance and operational resilience.
- Data Engineering Skills: Proficiency in data ingestion pipelines, transformation, and storage best practices.
- Security Acumen: Familiarity with Active Directory, SAML, IAM, and other enterprise security protocols.
- Agile Delivery Experience: Comfortable working in Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe frameworks, delivering iterative value.
- Professional Certifications: AWS Associate, Professional, or Specialty certifications are strongly preferred.
- Experience Timeline: Minimum 6+ years in contact‑center technologies and cloud architecture; 6+ years of professional software development; 3+ years in architectural design; 3+ years building Contact Flows, Routing Profiles, Queues, Lambdas, and Lex bots; 3+ years using Terraform; 4+ years contributing to open‑source frameworks; 1+ year of people‑management experience.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred Skills & Additional Competencies – What Sets You Apart
- Hands‑on experience with CI/CD pipelines (CodePipeline, Jenkins, GitHub Actions) and containerization (Docker, ECS, EKS).
- Proficiency in monitoring and observability tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, or ELK stack.
- Familiarity with micro‑service patterns, event‑driven architectures, and serverless design principles.
- Track record of improving DORA metrics—deployment frequency, lead time for changes, mean time to restore, and change failure rate.
- Strong communication skills: ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable information for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to build inclusive, high‑performing teams that embrace diverse perspectives.
- Experience with governance frameworks such as AWS Well‑Architected, PCI‑DSS, or ISO‑27001.
What Success Looks Like – Skills & Behaviors We Value
- Strategic Thinker: Anticipates future technical challenges and proactively crafts solutions.
- Quality Champion: Insists on rigorous testing, code quality, and operational excellence.
- Collaborative Leader: Builds trust across product, design, and operations teams, fostering shared ownership.
- Customer‑Obsessed: Keeps the end‑user experience front‑and‑center when designing systems.
- Continuous Learner: Stays current with emerging AWS services, industry trends, and best practices.
- Mentor & Coach: Actively helps teammates overcome obstacles, provides constructive feedback, and celebrates shared successes.
- Data‑Driven Decision Maker: Leverages metrics and analytics to guide engineering choices.
Career Growth, Learning & Development Opportunities
Our client invests heavily in professional development. As a Senior Staff Engineer, you will have access to:
- Sponsored AWS certification programs and tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees.
- Quarterly internal tech talks, hackathons, and knowledge‑sharing sessions.
- Mentorship pathways that can lead to Principal Engineer, Architect, or Engineering Management tracks.
- Opportunities to contribute to open‑source projects and publish technical papers.
- Rotational assignments across global product teams, expanding your exposure to diverse domains.
Whether you aspire to deepen your technical expertise or transition into strategic leadership, the organization provides clear, merit‑based promotion pathways and a supportive environment for continual growth.
Culture, Collaboration & Work Environment
Join a remote‑first, globally distributed team that values flexibility, autonomy, and transparent communication. The culture celebrates:
- Innovation: Teams are encouraged to experiment, prototype, and iterate rapidly.
- Inclusivity: A safe space where every voice is heard and diverse perspectives drive better outcomes.
- Work‑Life Harmony: Flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a results‑oriented mindset that respects personal time.
- Community: Regular virtual coffee chats, mentorship circles, and employee resource groups that foster connection beyond code.
Even though the role is 100% remote, you’ll be integrated into a tight‑knit community that uses collaborative tools (Slack, Teams, Miro) and virtual meeting rituals to maintain a strong sense of belonging.
Compensation, Benefits & Perks
- Competitive Salary: Hourly contract rate up to $90 USD, with a clear pathway to a full‑time salary package aligned with market benchmarks.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
- Paid Time Off & Holidays: Generous PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave to recharge.
- Professional Development Allowance: Funding for certifications, conferences, and continuing education.
- Remote Work Stipend: Budget for home‑office setup, ergonomic equipment, and high‑speed internet.
- Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and mental‑health resources.
- Recognition Programs: Spot awards, peer‑to‑peer recognition, and quarterly bonuses for exceptional performance.
How to Apply – Your Next Step Toward Impactful Engineering
Ready to lead the evolution of cloud‑native contact‑center technology? The application process is simple and streamlined:
- Click the Apply To This Job link.
- Submit your updated resume, a concise cover letter highlighting your most relevant achievements, and any certification documentation.
- Our talent acquisition team will review your submission and reach out within 48 hours to schedule a brief introductory conversation.
- Following the initial call, you’ll engage in a technical interview series that includes architecture design, coding, and leadership scenarios.
- Successful candidates will receive an offer for the 3‑month contract with clear conversion criteria to a permanent role.
If you are passionate about building world‑class customer experiences and thrive in a dynamic, remote‑first environment, we encourage you to apply today. Let’s shape the future of contact‑center innovation together.
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