Software Engineer II

Job Description

Position Title: Software Engineer II

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Software Engineer II opportunity located in Redmond, WA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain AWS Lambda functions using Python.
• Build and enhance REST APIs using API Gateway.
• Work with DynamoDB for data storage and retrieval.
• Implement frontend features for asset tracking and management
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests
• Participate in code reviews and maintain high code quality standards
• Support production deployments and troubleshooting.

Job Qualifications:

• Python: 3+ years of professional experience.
• AWS Services: Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, CloudWatch, AppConfig, SQS, SNS.
• Infrastructure as Code: AWS CDK experience preferred
• API Development: RESTful services and JSON handling
• Database: NoSQL databases, preferably DynamoDB
• Version Control: Git workflows and code review processes
• Testing: Unit testing frameworks (pytest preferred)

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Redmond, WA.
• Pay Rate Range: $75-85/hr.
• Due to government contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens only.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.