Senior Python Backend Developer – AI Development | Remote, US Hours

Uasmart; Northern (KY); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Uasmart is seeking a Senior Python Backend Developer to own backend development for US-based clients in a remote capacity. You will build scalable Python services, REST APIs with Django/FastAPI, and manage cloud environments on AWS or GCP.

The role requires hands-on AI development experience, strong communication, and a track record of delivering robust, scalable backend systems with PostgreSQL, Docker, and CI/CD.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of strong professional Python experience.
• Strong experience with Django and/or FastAPI.
• Experience developing REST APIs.
• Strong PostgreSQL knowledge.
• Experience with AWS and/or GCP.
• Experience with Docker and CI/CD.
• Experience with Redis and Celery.
• Strong testing practices using Pytest.
• Proficiency with Git.
• Hands‑on AI development experience — Mandatory.
• Excellent communication skills — Mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of backend development and application delivery.
• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python.
• Build REST APIs using Django and/or FastAPI.
• Develop and optimize PostgreSQL-based applications.
• Work with AWS or GCP cloud environments.
• Build and manage containerized applications using Docker.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and development workflows.
• Work with Redis and Celery for caching and asynchronous task processing.
• Implement strong automated testing practices using Pytest.
• Use Git for source-code management and collaboration.
• Contribute to AI-focused application development.
• Communicate directly with US‑based clients and project stakeholders.

Skills

Python

Django/FastAPI

REST APIs

AI development

communication

client-facing

Pytest

Git

Tools

Docker

CI/CD

Redis

Celery

PostgreSQL

AWS

GCP

Job description

Location: Remote | US Hours

Job Category:
Information Technology (IT) & Software
Engineering & Technical
Remote / Work-from-Home Opportunities

Job Overview

A remote opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Python Backend Developer to take ownership of backend development and work directly with US-based clients. The position is designed for professionals with strong Python expertise and hands‑on experience building scalable backend applications and APIs.

The role requires advanced knowledge of modern Python frameworks, cloud platforms, containerization, CI/CD, databases, distributed task processing, and software testing. Hands‑on AI development experience and excellent communication skills are mandatory for this position.

This opportunity offers senior‑level career growth through ownership of backend engineering projects, client‑facing collaboration, and continued professional development across Python, cloud technologies, and AI‑driven application development.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of backend development and application delivery.
• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python.
• Build REST APIs using Django and/or FastAPI.
• Develop and optimize PostgreSQL‑based applications.
• Work with AWS or GCP cloud environments.
• Build and manage containerized applications using Docker.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and development workflows.
• Work with Redis and Celery for caching and asynchronous task processing.
• Implement strong automated testing practices using Pytest.
• Use Git for source‑code management and collaboration.
• Contribute to AI‑focused application development.
• Communicate directly with US‑based clients and project stakeholders.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 8–10 years of strong professional Python experience.
• Strong experience with Django and/or FastAPI.
• Experience developing REST APIs.
• Strong PostgreSQL knowledge.
• Experience with AWS and/or GCP.
• Experience with Docker and CI/CD.
• Experience with Redis and Celery.
• Strong testing practices using Pytest.
• Proficiency with Git.
• Hands‑on AI development experience — Mandatory.
• Excellent communication skills — Mandatory.
• Client‑facing experience is an advantage.
• Candidates should apply only if they genuinely meet the mandatory requirements.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

The job announcement does not specify a salary or benefits package. Candidates should review the complete requirements carefully before applying.

The position provides an opportunity for senior‑level professional development through backend ownership, US client collaboration, cloud engineering, and hands‑on AI development.