Summary
About this role
Overview
Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.
To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.
Who we’re looking for
Toyota Financial Services is looking for a motivated Software Engineer skilled in Python, Fast API, AWS, and microservices. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain a scalable, serverless Data Lake platform using Lambda, ECS containers, and API Gateway to enable real-time analytics and data processing. Strong knowledge of APIs, microservices, and AWS is essential to deliver efficient, secure, and scalable solutions. As a hands-on engineer, you will work closely with a team of engineers, architects, business stakeholders, and data governance teams to develop robust data services and APIs.
What you’ll be doing
Software Engineer (Python, AWS, Microservices)
Backend/API Development
Build and maintain RESTful APIs with Python, containerized and deployed on AWS ECS Fargate.
Design clean contracts and versioned APIs; document with Open API/Swagger.
Data Engineering Development
Develop Python-based ETL pipelines using AWS Glue ETL and Glue Catalog to efficiently ingest, parse, and transform diverse data sources.
Implement robust Python file parsing mechanisms to handle structured and unstructured data with accuracy. Ensure data quality and integrity through comprehensive auditing and data quality (DQ) checks integrated within the ETL workflows.
Develop an AWS S3 to Snowflake integration that leverages PyIceberg for efficient file format management and data versioning.
CI/CD, Quality, and Testing
Build CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or CodePipeline) for automated build/test/deploy; use GitHub/GitLab and artifact repos (e.g., Artifactory).
Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests with pytest; automate regression tests with QA.
Perform load/stress testing; analyze performance and reliability metrics.
What you bring
Education: Bachelor’s or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Python Expertise: 1- 3 year’s experience building backend services and RESTful APIs with Python (FastAPI) and documenting with OpenAPI/Swagger.
Programming & Data: Hands-on skills in Python, SQL;
Build & CI/CD: Knowledge with Git/GitHub, CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins); familiarity with build tools (Gradle/Maven) where Java is used.
Communication: Clear, concise communicator who can influence decisions with data, presentations, and visualizations.
Ways of Working: Effective collaborator in a hybrid environment; able to work independently with fellow engineers and follow-through.
Added bonus if you have
Masters or Advanced degree highly considered.
2+ year working with cloud-based software and services.
Cloud: Knowledge with AWS (e.g., ECS Fargate, API Gateway, Lambda, S3, CloudWatch);
Infrastructure as Code: Practical experience with Terraform (and/or AWS CloudFormation).
Security/Compliance: Understanding of IAM, OAuth2/JWT, and secure coding practices; Experience in regulated environments (e.g., SOC 2, HIPAA) is a plus.
What we’ll bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount.
Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable).
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
Paid holidays and paid time off
Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more
Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.
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About Toyota
What you'll do
- The Software Engineer will design, build, and maintain a scalable, serverless Data Lake platform using AWS services. They will also develop robust data services and APIs while ensuring data quality and integrity.
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