Senior Backend Engineer – AWS Serverless (Hybrid)

Harnham; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Harnham is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with a backend focus in Tempe, AZ, hybrid work. You will design and implement serverless backend services on AWS, develop RESTful APIs in Python, and contribute to React-based frontend features.

The role emphasizes ownership of cloud architecture and scalable solutions. Ideal candidates have strong AWS Serverless experience, Node.js backend skills, and exposure to modern DevOps practices.

Qualifications

• 2–8+ years of software engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and build serverless backend services using AWS Lambda, S3, and related AWS services.
• Develop RESTful APIs and event-driven workflows in Python.
• Build and enhance modern front-end applications using React / ReactJS.
• Architect scalable, secure cloud-native solutions.
• Participate in CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments.
• Collaborate with product, QA, and cross-functional teams to ship high-quality releases.

Skills

AWS Serverless

Node.js

Python

React

CI/CD

Tools

AWS Lambda

S3

API Gateway

ReactJS

Job description

Harnham is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with a backend focus in Tempe, AZ, hybrid work. You will design and implement serverless backend services on AWS, develop RESTful APIs in Python, and contribute to React-based frontend features.

The role emphasizes ownership of cloud architecture and scalable solutions. Ideal candidates have strong AWS Serverless experience, Node.js backend skills, and exposure to modern DevOps practices.