Senior Backend Engineer (Python) – Remote, AWS & FastAPI

Crossing Hurdles; United States; On-site; USD 41,328 - 110,208; Part time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Python) for a remote contract role, 10-40 hours per week. You will design and implement robust APIs, collaborate with a distributed team, and contribute to scalable backend systems.

Key focus includes Python backend, FastAPI, AWS, Kubernetes, and real-time features via WebSockets. You will refactor legacy code, write clear docs, and help drive technical excellence across projects.

Qualifications

• Expert-level Python backend development experience.
• Hands-on AWS services and cloud deployment experience.
• Experience building APIs with FastAPI and real-time features using WebSockets.
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes for orchestration and microservices management.
• Experience with message queues and event-driven architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize robust backend APIs with Python and FastAPI.
• Leverage AWS and Kubernetes for scalable deployments.
• Architect and deploy real-time systems using WebSockets and queues.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to deliver technical excellence.
• Review and refactor legacy code to improve performance and scalability.
• Maintain detailed documentation for internal and external teams.

Skills

Backend design

Team collaboration

Tools

Python

FastAPI

AWS

WebSockets

Kubernetes

Message queues

Microservices

Job description

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Python) for a remote contract role, 10-40 hours per week. You will design and implement robust APIs, collaborate with a distributed team, and contribute to scalable backend systems.

Key focus includes Python backend, FastAPI, AWS, Kubernetes, and real-time features via WebSockets. You will refactor legacy code, write clear docs, and help drive technical excellence across projects.