Remote Infrastructure Backend Engineer

HireLATAM; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Remote Software Application Engineer for a 3-month contract. The role focuses on maintaining backend infrastructure and collaborating with the engineering team. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering and proficiency in Python. This position allows for remote work from Latin America, offering a chance to transition to full-time based on performance.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional software engineering experience or a Master's degree with 6+ months of experience.
• Some experience with computer vision or ML is ideal.
• Ability to work in California’s timezone.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend software infrastructure.
• Optimize and troubleshoot backend systems.
• Implement and refine solutions using Python libraries.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Basic knowledge of Ubuntu

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Master's degree with industry experience

Tools

Git

DevOps

AWS

PyTorch

Job description

Overview

HireLatam is a premier recruitment agency that places top Latin American talent in independent contractor roles in US companies. We are your partner in pursuing career success with an extensive network, personalized approach, and supportive guidance to help you find your next job opportunity.

Job Title

Remote Software Application Engineer (100% Work From Home)

Job Details

• Location: Remote from Latin America
• Position Type: Contract-to-Hire (3-month contract with potential for full-time conversion)
• Salary: $3,000 USD/month
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm Pacific Time but flexible

Our Client

Our client is bringing animal research to the forefront of cutting-edge technology. Their mission is to revolutionize this space using robotics, AI, and genetic engineering to create 21st-century research labs that improve efficiency, reproducibility, and animal welfare. Their proprietary system enables accurate, cost-effective animal tracking through a blend of classical computer vision, deep learning, and novel ID tagging technology. Their product integrates seamlessly into existing infrastructure, allowing for large-scale deployment of smart cages. They aim to accelerate drug discovery, improve therapeutics, and enhance human health span.

Job Overview

We are looking for a Software Application Engineer to help build and maintain the infrastructure that powers the company\'s platform. This is a remote role with a 3-month contract and the opportunity to transition into a full-time position based on performance. You will work on backend infrastructure, software maintenance, debugging, device configuration, and feature development. You’ll collaborate closely with our engineering team to ensure smooth operations and high-quality software solutions. If you’re a self-starter with a strong background in software infrastructure, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while growing your career.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend software infrastructure.
• Optimize and troubleshoot backend systems.
• Implement and refine solutions using a variety of Python libraries.
• Collaborate with the engineering team on software development.
• Sugest improvements to the product and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot software failures and implement fixes.

Note: The hired candidate will be subject to a 1 month probationary period to ensure they are the right fit for the company and capable of performing the tasks.

Qualifications, Skills and Key Competencies

• Must Have:
• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with 1+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• OR Master’s degree with 6+ months of industry experience.
• Ideally some computer vision/ML experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python (scripting, debugging, and development).
• Basic knowledge of Ubuntu, terminal usage, and Git.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills, quick learner, adaptability, initiative-driven, and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Other: Ability to work in California’s timezone (PST/MST overlap required) and ability to commit to a 3-month contract.

• Bonus Skills: Experience with DevOps, PyTorch, Computer Vision, SQL, and AWS.

Application Details

Application Disclaimer: To ensure a fair and efficient hiring process, all applications must meet the mandatory requirements listed in the job description. Voice/video recording is REQUIRED to be considered. Submissions must be in English and at least 30 seconds long. Knockout questions are used to verify minimum qualifications. If you answer NO to any, you may be disqualified. Apply wisely and check your spam folder for updates. We appreciate your interest and look forward to reviewing your application.