Senior Backend Engineer (AWS)

Lumenalta; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Health insurance

401K Contribution

Professional development fund

15 days of paid time off

Soft-skill development courses

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design and implement secure, scalable backend systems. The role involves collaboration with DevOps and frontend teams, managing infrastructure using tools like AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform. Candidates should have 5+ years in backend development with strong Python skills. Competitive salary of $55,000 - $100,000 annually, with flexible remote working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python for backend services and scripting tasks.
• Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes for microservices management.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and optimize backend systems using Python.
• Design and deploy AWS infrastructure emphasizing security.
• Manage containerized applications using Kubernetes.
• Use Terraform or AWS CDK to automate infrastructure management.

Skills

Backend Development

Cloud Infrastructure Management

Kubernetes Orchestration

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Monitoring & Logging

Automation & Optimization

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

5+ years of experience in backend development

Tools

AWS

Python

Terraform

AWS CDK

Grafana

Loki

Job description

Overview

Senior Backend Engineer (AWS) at Lumenalta — design and implement robust backend systems that are secure, scalable, and efficient. Collaborate with DevOps and frontend teams to deliver high-performance applications leveraging AWS cloud services and Kubernetes. Manage infrastructure as code using Terraform or AWS CDK and monitor systems with Grafana and Loki.

Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Role Overview

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Lumenalta, you will design and implement robust backend systems, ensuring our applications are secure, scalable, and efficient. You will work closely with DevOps and frontend teams to deliver high-performance applications that leverage AWS cloud services and Kubernetes. Your role will also involve managing infrastructure as code using Terraform or AWS CDK and monitoring systems with tools like Grafana and Loki. We\'d love to hear from you if you are passionate about backend development, cloud infrastructure, and automation!

Key Responsibilities

• Backend Development: Build, maintain, and optimize backend systems using Python and integrate with cloud services on AWS.
• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Design and deploy AWS infrastructure, leveraging services like EC2, Lambda, RDS, and S3, with an emphasis on scalability and security.
• Kubernetes Orchestration: Manage containerized applications using Kubernetes, ensuring proper scaling, load balancing, and orchestration.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Use Terraform or AWS CDK to automate infrastructure management, ensuring repeatable and efficient cloud resource provisioning.
• Monitoring & Logging: Implement monitoring and logging solutions using Grafana and Loki to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with DevOps, frontend, and product teams to deliver cohesive, scalable, and secure applications.
• Automation & Optimization: Automate workflows and improve infrastructure and application performance, ensuring low-latency and high-availability systems.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend development, with a focus on cloud-native applications.
• Proficiency in Python for backend services and scripting tasks.
• Extensive experience with AWS, including core services like EC2, S3, Lambda, and RDS.
• Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration and microservices management.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Grafana and Loki.
• Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or AWS CDK.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certifications (Solutions Architect, Developer, or SysOps) are a plus.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and testing.
• Knowledge of security best practices for cloud-native applications.
• Familiarity with other cloud platforms such as Azure or GCP.

What\'s it like to work at Lumenalta?

Salary range: $55,000 - $100,000 annually, with final compensation determined by your qualifications, expertise, experience, and the role\'s scope.

Location

This is a fully remote position; however, candidates must be based in regions that align with the Pacific, Central, or Eastern U.S. time zones to ensure effective collaboration with client and team schedules.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a variety of benefits to support your professional and personal growth, including:

• Flexible working hours in a remote environment.
• Health insurance (medical and dental) for W2 Employees.
• 401K Contribution.
• A professional development fund to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• 15 days of paid time off annually.
• Access to soft-skill development courses to further your career.

This is a full-time position requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

At Lumenalta, we are committed to creating an environment that prioritizes growth, work-life balance, and the diverse needs of our team members.

This opening is evergreen; we’re always excited to connect with professionals who want to help us build the future.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Consulting, Engineering, and Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting, Software Development, and IT System Custom Software Development

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