AWS API Architect
Requirements
Candidates should have a strong foundation in API and microservices architecture, with experience in AWS services. The role requires eligibility for UK Security Vetting at SC level.
Job Description
AWS API Technical Architect £546 per day inside IR35 - 3-6 months (flexible on end date) - Remote
Description and Location
We are looking for an AWS API Engineer / Data Architect to design secure, scalable, and well-integrated API and microservices architectures across multiple client applications and services.
"Key responsibilities are broadly expected to include:
* Design serverless and microservices-based API architectures on AWS
* Define and apply RESTful API design patterns and integration standards
* Support system and data integration across distributed services
* Assess and address technical debt, recommending pragmatic modernisation approaches
* Work closely with product teams to design solutions that align to their roadmap and support their needs
* Support deployment planning, cutover activities, and post‑go‑live stabilisation
* Collaborate with cybersecurity and delivery teams to ensure secure, observable solutions
* Design the integration of applications with identity providers and secure access patterns"
"The services used across these systems are likely to include:
* AWS Services (i.e. API Gateway, Lambda, Aurora RDS Postgres, EKS, ECR, STS, Route 53, VPC)
* Kubernetes
* CI/CD (e.g. GitHub, Jenkins)
* Prometheus, Grafana
* ELK
* Apollo GraphQL, TypeScript
* AWS Config, AWS Macie, AWS Guard Duty, AWS Security Hub, Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon CloudTrail"
It is not necessary to have experience in all the above; the most key element is a strong foundation in API and microservices architecture. Happy to consider candidates from an engineering / delivery-focused background as well as experienced architects.
This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:
United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK
List of national security vetting clearance levels with guidance on who requires clearance and what checks are completed.
Skills
About Damia Group
Damia Group is a trusted talent solutions partner with over 30 years of experience supporting security-cleared environments, including defence, government, space, and aerospace. We work closely with the UK’s leading prime suppliers, delivering high-quality staff augmentation and SOW-based project solutions across major technology and transformation programmes. Our long-standing client relationships are built on reliability, compliance, and a deep understanding of complex project demands. With an actively managed network of specialist professionals, we connect the right talent to critical programmes quickly and effectively. Our tailored approach and sector knowledge help organisations modernise their technology, strengthen security, streamline operations, and deliver business-critical transformation projects across both the public and private sectors. If you need support in building an agile, blended workforce to deliver your business-critical transformation projects, get in touch with us today.
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