Senior Backend Engineer (Java, Python , GCP)

Nexaminds; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Remote work options

Flexible working hours

Benefits above the law

Mentorship and learning opportunities

Job summary

Nexaminds is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design, build, and scale high‑performance backend systems and cloud applications. You will work with Java, Python, and GCP, integrating AI/LLM features while ensuring security and code quality.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross‑functional teams, security awareness, and leveraging AI-assisted tools to accelerate development in a fast-paced, remote environment.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of professional backend engineering experience with Java and Python
• Deep expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and cloud-native architectures
• Hands-on experience building, maintaining, and optimizing scalable data pipelines and core backend systems
• Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI/ML backend integration patterns
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools like GitHub Copilot to improve efficiency and code quality
• A strong mindset for Application Security (AppSec) with ability to identify and fix vulnerabilities
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Strong written and verbal English proficiency

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy scalable microservices, data pipelines, and APIs using Java, Python, and GCP
• Modernize and optimize core cloud infrastructure for high availability and seamless data flow
• Leverage GitHub Copilot to improve development velocity and code quality
• Identify, prioritize, and remediate security vulnerabilities to protect apps and data
• Lead thorough code reviews with emphasis on test coverage, clean code, and documentation

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Tools

Java

Python

Google Cloud Platform

LLM integration

AI/ML

GitHub Copilot

AppSec

Job description

Unlock Your Future with Nexaminds!

At Nexaminds, we’re on a mission to redefine industries with AI. We’re passionate about the limitless potential of artificial intelligence to transform businesses, streamline processes, and drive growth.

Join us on our visionary journey. We’re leading the way in AI solutions, and we’re committed to innovation, collaboration, and ethical practices. Become a part of our team and shape the future powered by intelligent machines. If you’re driven by ambition, success, fun, and learning, Nexaminds is where you belong.

Location: Remote, Mexico

Nexaminds is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to design, build, optimize, and scale high-performance backend systems and modern cloud applications. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with Java, Python, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and AI/LLM backend integrations, and enjoys working in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative engineering environment.

Requirements:

• 5–8+ years of professional backend engineering experience working with both Java and Python.

• Deep expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and cloud‑native architectures.

• Hands‑on experience building, maintaining, and optimizing scalable data pipelines and core backend systems.

• Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI/ML backend integration patterns.

• Experience utilizing AI‑assisted development tools like GitHub Copilot to drive efficiency and clean code standards.

• A strong mindset for Application Security (AppSec), with experience identifying and fixing codebase/dependency security vulnerabilities

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively across cross‑functional product, data, and infrastructure teams.

• Strong written and verbal English proficiency.

Job Duties:

• Design, build, and deploy highly scalable microservices, data pipelines, and APIs using Java, Python, and GCP.
• Modernize and optimize core cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and seamless data flow.
• Maximize development velocity and code quality by effectively leveraging GitHub Copilot within daily engineering workflows.
• Proactively identify, prioritize, and remediate security vulnerabilities to ensure application safety and data protection.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, championing high test coverage, clean code practices, and detailed technical documentation.

What you can expect from us

Here at Nexaminds, we’re not your typical workplace. We’re all about creating a friendly and trusting environment where you can thrive. Why does this matter? Well, trust and openness lead to better quality, innovation, commitment to getting the job done, efficiency, and cost‑effectiveness.

• Stock options
• Remote work options
• Flexible working hours
• Benefits above the law
• But it’s not just about the work; it’s about the people too. You’ll be collaborating with some seriously awesome IT pros.
• You’ll have access to mentorship and tons of opportunities to learn and level up.

Ready to embark on this journey with us?