Senior Backend Engineer - Python

Lumenalta; Tulsa (OK); Remote; USD 36,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Health insurance

401K Contribution

Professional development fund

15 days of paid time off

Access to soft-skill development courses

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer - Python for a fully remote role. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of backend development experience and expertise in Python and cloud infrastructure. Responsibilities include designing scalable systems and implementing microservices. The role also offers flexible working hours and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on Python.
• Experience building and maintaining GraphQL APIs or RESTful services.
• Proven experience working with AWS cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python.
• Implement microservices that interact with distributed systems.
• Write robust, testable, and efficient code.

Skills

Backend development experience

Python

GraphQL APIs

Cloud infrastructure (AWS)

Data modeling

CI/CD practices

Unit and integration testing

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

AWS Lambda

DynamoDB

ECS

S3

Job description

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This range is provided by Lumenalta. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$36,000.00/yr - $96,000.00/yr

What We’re Working On

At Lumenalta, we partner with global enterprises to build and scale high-impact digital products. Our engineering teams work on complex, production-grade systems that power real-world experiences for millions of users.

What You’ll Do

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python, GraphQL, and AWS services
• Implement microservices that interact with distributed systems and cloud infrastructure
• Write robust, testable, and efficient code to support mission-critical features
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other backend engineers to deliver complete end-to-end solutions
• Develop and manage serverless applications using AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, and ECS
• Monitor system performance and help drive improvements in reliability and scalability
• Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and sprint planning
• Contribute to automation efforts across CI/CD, testing, and deployment

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on Python
• Experience building and maintaining GraphQL APIs or RESTful services
• Proven experience working with cloud infrastructure – preferably AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, ECS, and S3
• Strong grasp of data modeling, system design, and distributed systems
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and cloud-native development
• Experience writing unit, integration, and performance tests
• A pragmatic problem-solver who can balance shipping with long-term scalability
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote team

Salary range: $36,000 - $96,000 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.

Benefits

• 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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries

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