Backend Software Engineer – Cloud Services

Droisys; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 96,432 - 123,984; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Executive in Professional Services to take ownership of services, primarily developing software in Java and Python. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in scalable distributed systems and will be responsible for managing service health and collaborating with product management. This is a contract position based in Sunnyvale, California, offering competitive pay between $70 and $90 per hour.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience building scalable, distributed systems.
• Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP at the programming/API level.
• Background in networking or security is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of services and drive design and delivery.
• Develop software primarily in Java and Python.
• Manage operational health of services including telemetry and metrics.

Skills

Java

Python

CloudFormation

Terraform

Kubernetes

Docker

REST APIs

AWS

Azure

GCP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree

Job description

Senior Executive- Professional Services at Droisys

About Company

Droisys is an innovation technology company focused on helping companies accelerate their digital initiatives from strategy and planning through execution. We leverage deep technical expertise, Agile methodologies, and data-driven intelligence to modernize systems of engagement and simplify human/tech interaction.

Amazing things happen when we work in environments where everyone feels a true sense of belonging and when candidates have the requisite skills and opportunities to succeed. At Droisys, we invest in our talent and support career growth, and we are always on the lookout for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth by delivering top results for our clients. Join us to challenge yourself and accomplish work that matters.

What You’ll Do

• Take full ownership of your services: drive the design, contribute new features, participate in peer reviews, and deliver production-ready solutions.
• Develop software primarily in Java and Python.
• Work with Kubernetes or be willing to quickly ramp up on container orchestration.
• Own end-to-end responsibility for major features and subsystems—from refining requirements to successful deployment in customer environments.
• Manage operational health of your services, including telemetry, metrics, and rapid production issue detection.
• Ensure high code quality through early testing, functional verification, and integration testing.
• Collaborate closely with Product Management to clarify scope, finalize requirements, and plan delivery.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or similar field (Master’s preferred).
• 3+ years of experience building scalable, distributed systems.
• A strong passion for building software, learning new technologies, and collaborating in a team environment.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, particularly at the programming/API level.
• Background in networking or security is a plus.
• Proficiency in Java and/or Python, with familiarity using REST APIs.
• Experience with CloudFormation or Terraform is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Spring or similar backend frameworks.
• Understanding of Kubernetes, Docker, and containerized environments is helpful.
• Familiarity with classic Gang of Four design patterns.

Droisys is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. Droisys believes in diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and we are committed to fostering a diverse work environment.

Base pay range

$70.00/hr - $90.00/hr

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Software Development