Senior Backend / Middleware Engineer (Remote)

Cloudpso; Offre d’emploi; Hybride; EUR 77 000 - 104 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Backend / Middleware Engineer to design secure and scalable backend services. This remote role requires strong expertise in Python, FastAPI, and Cyber Security. The successful candidate will architect middleware for integrating enterprise systems and embed AI capabilities into backend services. They will also implement security practices to comply with standards and handle integrations with various cloud platforms. This position offers competitive salary and numerous professional growth opportunities.

Prestations

Employee stock option plan (ESOP)

Medical insurance

Annual increments

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive and inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Python and FastAPI required.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS and Microsoft Azure is essential.
• Must have expertise in cyber security best practices.

Responsabilités

• Design and develop secure backend and middleware services.
• Integrate AI capabilities into backend systems.
• Ensure proper API security and compliance controls.

Connaissances

Python

FastAPI

Cyber Security

AI-driven backend systems

ORM frameworks

Cloud platforms (AWS, Microsoft Azure)

API security

Description du poste

This is a remote position.

Job timings: US EST Time zone

Job Location: Pakistan (Remote)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend / Middleware Engineer with strong expertise in Python, FastAPI, Cyber Security, and AI-driven backend systems. The role involves building secure, scalable, and enterprise-grade middleware services that integrate with multiple cloud, identity, HRIS, and collaboration platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong security mindset, hands-on experience with system integrations, and the ability to embed AI-powered capabilities into backend services while maintaining strict security and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable backend and middleware services using Python and FastAPI
• Architect and implement middleware layers to enable seamless integration between enterprise systems
• Build and maintain secure REST APIs following industry best practices and security standards
• Implement and manage authentication and authorization mechanisms, including OAuth2, JWT, SSO, RBAC, and MFA
• Integrate and manage identity and access management systems such as Okta and Azure AD
• Develop integrations with cloud platforms including AWS and Microsoft Azure
• Build and maintain connectors for:
  • HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday)
  • Ticketing systems (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow)
  • CRM platforms
  • Active Directory (AD) and LDAPS
  • SharePoint and enterprise file-sharing systems
• Ensure secure data handling, including encryption at rest and in transit, secure key management, and secrets rotation
• Apply cyber security best practices to protect systems against common threats, including OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
• Implement audit logging, access reviews, and compliance-related controls
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security events and integration failures
• Design and optimize ORM-based database models, ensuring performance, scalability, and data integrity
• Collaborate with DevOps teams on secure cloud configurations, IAM policies, and CI/CD security controls
• Integrate AI and automation capabilities into backend systems, including:
  • Using LLM APIs (e.g., OpenAI or similar)
  • Building AI-assisted workflows and intelligent automation
  • Ensuring data privacy and security in AI pipelines
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to security-first system design

Requirements

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Python and FastAPI
• Experience in backend and middleware development for enterprise systems
• REST API development and secure API design
• ORM frameworks (e.g., SQLAlchemy), database design, and optimization
• Experience with cloud platforms: AWS and Microsoft Azure
• CI/CD pipelines and secure deployment practices

Security Skills:

• Cyber security best practices and SSDLC
• API security, OWASP Top 10 mitigation
• Encryption at rest and in transit, secure key management, secrets rotation
• Authentication & Authorization: OAuth2, JWT, SSO, RBAC, MFA
• Identity & Access Management: Okta, Azure AD, AD, LDAPS
• Audit logging, access reviews, and compliance controls

Integration Skills:

• HRIS systems (Workday)
• Ticketing platforms (Jira, ServiceNow)
• CRM systems
• SharePoint and enterprise file-sharing
• System-to-system integrations

AI & Automation Skills:

• AI-driven backend system design
• LLM API integration (OpenAI or similar)
• AI-assisted workflows and intelligent automationEnsuring secure data handling in AI pipelines

General / Soft Skills:

• Clean code practices and technical documentation
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Security-first mindset in system design
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams including DevOps

Benefits

• Employee stock option plan (ESOP)
• Medical insurance
• Annual Increments
• Company gadgets
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Chance to work on cutting-edge cloud projects.
• Supportive and inclusive company culture