Principal Backend Engineer (Python) - Remote Work | REF#305470

BairesDev; Chile; Remote; CLP 136,986,000 - 205,479,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary in USD

Home office setup

Flexible hours

Parental leave & holidays

Mentorship & growth

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Principal Backend Engineer (Python) to lead backend architecture used by millions of users. This hands-on leadership role involves end-to-end ownership from design to deployment, shaping scalable systems and APIs in collaboration with product and design partners.

You will work with AWS Serverless, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, and microservices in a remote, global team with industry-leading compensation and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of backend engineering experience with Python.
• Hands-on AWS Serverless (Lambda, SQS, SNS, EventBridge, API Gateway) experience.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and DynamoDB.
• Proficiency in microservices and event-driven architecture.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (CDK, CloudFormation, or Terraform).
• Excellent English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and build backend architecture on AWS serverless infrastructure.
• Own complete features end to end, from design through deployment.
• Design microservices and event-driven systems that scale with demand.
• Define infrastructure as code practices to support consistent, repeatable deployments.
• Design APIs consumed by web and mobile applications.
• Partner with product and design teams to shape the technical roadmap.

Tools

Python

AWS Serverless

PostgreSQL

DynamoDB

Microservices

Event-driven

Infrastructure as Code

Docker

Kubernetes

English proficiency

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Principal Backend Engineer (Python) at BairesDev

In this role, you'll shape the backend architecture behind products serving millions of collectors worldwide. This is a hands-on leadership position where your architectural decisions directly determine how well the platform scales as the business grows. This is your opportunity to own complete features from design through deployment, working closely with product and design partners.

What You'll Do

• Design and build backend architecture on AWS serverless infrastructure.
• Own complete features end to end, from design through deployment.
• Design microservices and event-driven systems that scale with demand.
• Define infrastructure as code practices to support consistent, repeatable deployments.
• Design APIs consumed by web and mobile applications.
• Partner with product and design teams to shape the technical roadmap.

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in backend engineering, with strong proficiency in Python.
• Hands-on experience with AWS Serverless (Lambda, SQS, SNS, EventBridge, API Gateway).
• Background in PostgreSQL and DynamoDB.
• Proficiency in microservices and event-driven architecture.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (CDK, CloudFormation, or Terraform).
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Nice To Have

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or ECS.
• Background building consumer-facing products at scale.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!