Staff Backend Engineer – Python - Remote Work | REF#305483

BairesDev; Bogotá ciudad; Remote; COP 319,806,000 - 447,728,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work 100%

USD or local currency compensation

Flexible hours

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Staff Backend Engineer to advance backend systems powering large-scale products. You will architect and implement Python-based services, shape technical direction, and own features end-to-end in a hands-on role.

The role emphasizes AWS Serverless, microservices, and data modeling with PostgreSQL and DynamoDB, while enabling a 100% remote work experience and competitive USD compensation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of backend engineering experience with Python.
• Hands-on with AWS Serverless (Lambda, SQS, SNS, EventBridge, API Gateway).
• Experience with PostgreSQL and DynamoDB.
• Proficiency in microservices and event-driven architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design and build backend services on AWS serverless infrastructure.
• Own complete features end to end, from design through deployment.
• Design microservices and event-driven systems that scale reliably.
• Containerize and orchestrate services using Docker, Kubernetes, or ECS.
• Design data models across PostgreSQL and DynamoDB.
• Design APIs consumed by web and mobile applications.

Skills

Python

AWS Serverless

PostgreSQL

DynamoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

Event-driven architecture

English proficiency

Tools

AWS Lambda

API Gateway

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.

Staff Backend Engineer – Python at BairesDev

In this role, you'll bring deep technical expertise to the backend systems behind products serving millions of collectors. This is a hands-on position where your judgment on architecture and design directly raises the bar for the whole team. This is your opportunity to influence technical direction across projects while staying close to the code.

What You'll Do

• Design and build backend services on AWS serverless infrastructure.
• Own complete features end to end, from design through deployment.
• Design microservices and event-driven systems that scale reliably.
• Containerize and orchestrate services using Docker, Kubernetes, or ECS.
• Design data models across PostgreSQL and DynamoDB.
• Design APIs consumed by web and mobile applications.

What We Are Looking For

• 8+ 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.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or ECS.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Nice To Have

• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (CDK, CloudFormation, or Terraform).
• Exposure to the collectibles domain.

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!

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