Senior Backend Engineer (Python/Node) – Hybrid Contract

Motion Recruitment; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Workato API User is seeking a Software Engineer for a 12-month hybrid role in Charlotte, NC. You will design and build scalable backend systems using Python and Node.js, focusing on RESTful APIs and microservices.

The role emphasizes collaboration with DevOps and front-end teams, strong problem-solving, and adherence to Agile/Scrum practices in a dynamic financial services environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Software Engineering experience or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development with Python and Node.js.
• Strong proficiency in Python (Django, Flask) and Node.js, with JavaScript/TypeScript knowledge.
• Experience building RESTful APIs, microservices, and server-side apps.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop scalable backend solutions using Python and Node.js.
• Integrate APIs, databases, and third-party services into the system architecture.
• Write clean, well-documented code and follow best practices for testing and deployment.
• Collaborate with front-end, DevOps, and other stakeholders for seamless integration.

Skills

Software engineering

Python

Node.js

RESTful APIs

Microservices

JavaScript/TypeScript

Agile/Scrum

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

CI/CD

AWS

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Job description

Workato API User is seeking a Software Engineer for a 12-month hybrid role in Charlotte, NC. You will design and build scalable backend systems using Python and Node.js, focusing on RESTful APIs and microservices.

The role emphasizes collaboration with DevOps and front-end teams, strong problem-solving, and adherence to Agile/Scrum practices in a dynamic financial services environment.