Senior Backend Engineer — Remote, Python & AWS API Leader

Hey Alfie; Town of Poland (NY); Remote; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech company is seeking a Senior Back End Engineer to build scalable APIs and cloud infrastructure. This fully remote role involves leading development on Python and AWS, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating closely with upper management. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in backend development, excellent problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend development and REST API development.
• Proficiency in AWS for cloud infrastructure development.
• Familiarity with best development practices including CI/CD and containerization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the REST API using Python on FastAPI.
• Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Collaborate with CTO and product manager to define technical requirements.

Skills

Python development

AWS

REST API development

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

A tech company is seeking a Senior Back End Engineer to build scalable APIs and cloud infrastructure. This fully remote role involves leading development on Python and AWS, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating closely with upper management. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in backend development, excellent problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities.