Senior Backend Engineer (Python) - Remote, 10-40 hrs/wk

Crossing Hurdles; United States; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Python) for a remote contract role. You will design, implement, and optimize backend systems using Python, FastAPI, AWS, and Kubernetes, with a 10-40 hrs/week commitment.

You will collaborate with fellow engineers and stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-performance software, including real-time features via WebSockets and event-driven architectures.

Qualifications

• Expert-level Python backend development experience.
• Hands-on AWS cloud deployment experience.
• Experience building APIs with FastAPI and real-time features (WebSockets).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize robust backend APIs using Python and FastAPI frameworks.
• Implement scalable solutions leveraging AWS cloud services and Kubernetes orchestration.
• Architect and deploy secure, high-performance real-time systems with WebSockets and message queues.
• Collaborate with other engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver technical excellence.
• Review and refactor legacy code to improve maintainability and performance.
• Maintain detailed documentation for internal and external teams.

Skills

Python

AWS

FastAPI

WebSockets

Kubernetes

Message queues

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

FastAPI

Job description

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Python) for a remote contract role. You will design, implement, and optimize backend systems using Python, FastAPI, AWS, and Kubernetes, with a 10-40 hrs/week commitment.

You will collaborate with fellow engineers and stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-performance software, including real-time features via WebSockets and event-driven architectures.