AWS Expert for Secure Educational App Backend

Project Title: AWS Backend Integration for Education Platform (FERPA/COPPA Compliant) Project Description: I am looking for an experienced backend developer to wire my existing web application to Amazon Web Services (AWS). This is not a beginner project — I need someone who understands both technical implementation and the security responsibilities that come with handling student data. Key Requirements: Strong experience building and deploying backend systems on AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, RDS/DynamoDB, S3, etc.) Deep understanding of FERPA and COPPA compliance Ability to design secure architecture for student data (encryption, access control, audit logs, etc.) Experience with authentication systems (OAuth, SSO, or similar — future integration likely with school systems) Ability to review an existing project, understand scope quickly, and execute without unnecessary delays What I’m Looking For: Someone I can actually talk to — communication matters Willingness to spend time upfront understanding the full scope and long-term vision Proven experience with similar projects (education, student data, or compliance-heavy systems preferred) Ability to move quickly — timeline is weeks, not months Project Goal: The goal is to move from a working prototype to a secure, scalable backend that can meet school district requirements and eventually support enterprise-level deployment. Nice to Have (Not Required): Experience with school systems (SIS integrations like Skyward, PowerSchool, etc.) Familiarity with data privacy agreements (DPAs) and district approval processes Experience preparing systems for SOC 2 or similar compliance frameworks

Project ID: 40393648