Backend Engineer | $80/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; On-site; USD 41,328 - 110,208; Part time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Python) for a remote contract role, 10-40 hours per week. You will design and implement robust APIs, collaborate with a distributed team, and contribute to scalable backend systems.

Key focus includes Python backend, FastAPI, AWS, Kubernetes, and real-time features via WebSockets. You will refactor legacy code, write clear docs, and help drive technical excellence across projects.

Qualifications

• Expert-level Python backend development experience.
• Hands-on AWS services and cloud deployment experience.
• Experience building APIs with FastAPI and real-time features using WebSockets.
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes for orchestration and microservices management.
• Experience with message queues and event-driven architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize robust backend APIs with Python and FastAPI.
• Leverage AWS and Kubernetes for scalable deployments.
• Architect and deploy real-time systems using WebSockets and queues.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to deliver technical excellence.
• Review and refactor legacy code to improve performance and scalability.
• Maintain detailed documentation for internal and external teams.

Skills

Backend design

Team collaboration

Tools

Python

FastAPI

AWS

WebSockets

Kubernetes

Message queues

Microservices

Job description

Position: Senior Backend Engineer (Python)

Type: Contract

Compensation: $30 - $80/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: 10-40 hrs/week

Role Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize robust backend APIs using Python and FastAPI frameworks.
• Implement scalable and efficient solutions leveraging AWS cloud services and Kubernetes orchestration.
• Architect and deploy secure, high-performance real-time systems utilizing WebSockets and message queues.
• Collaborate with other engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver technical excellence and innovative solutions.
• Review and refactor legacy codebases to improve maintainability, performance, and scalability.
• Maintain detailed documentation, ensuring clarity for both internal and external teams.

Requirements

• Have expert-level proficiency in Python with a strong background in backend development.
• Have in-depth experience with AWS services and cloud-based application deployment.
• Have hands‑on expertise in building APIs with FastAPI and implementing real‑time features using WebSockets.
• Have strong knowledge of Kubernetes for container orchestration and microservices management.
• Have a solid understanding of message queues and event‑driven architecture.