Staff Engineer, Cloud - Independent Contractor

GigaCloud Technology; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a highly skilled Staff Engineer to join their remote Software Development team. This role involves designing scalable backend systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive technical strategy. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in backend development, particularly with Node.js and Python, and a strong understanding of cloud-native architectures. If you're passionate about innovation and service, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of backend development experience in Node.js / Python.
• Strong experience with MongoDB and AWS serverless services.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead the implementation of scalable backend systems.
• Collaborate across teams to align system design with business goals.

Skills

Backend Development

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

BS Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Node.js

Python

MongoDB

AWS

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

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Wonder | A Subsidiary of GigaCloud Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: GCT)

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Engineer, Cloud (Independent Contractor) to join our Software Development team. This fully remote position is only open to candidates based in the United States.

Why Join Wonder?

As part of GigaCloud Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: GCT), Wonder blends the innovation of an agile, focused team with the strength and stability of a global organization. Your work will have a direct impact—empowering retailers with cutting-edge multichannel commerce solutions and industry-leading customer support. We're more than a tech provider; we're a trusted partner in our clients’ success. If you’re driven by purpose and passionate about innovation and service, Wonder is the place for you.

Job Summary:

We’re looking for a Staff Engineer with deep expertise in backend and cloud-native application architecture. You will lead complex initiatives across our platform. You’ll work closely with product, engineering, and infrastructure team members to drive technical strategy and ensure high-quality execution across existing services. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on solving architectural challenges, driving operational excellence, and guiding the technical direction of a fast-moving team.

What does this role involve?

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and lead the implementation of scalable backend systems using Node.js (TypeScript) / Python and MongoDB in the AWS environment.
• Support current integrations, write and integrate software components.
• Architect and optimize serverless workflows while leading the design, development of scalable, performant, and secure backend solutions.
• Design and develop innovative solutions that focus on incorporating AI technologies.
• Collaborate across teams to align system design with business goals and cross-functional requirements.
• Contribute to and maintain services, especially around data processing and event-driven workflows.
• Set and support engineering best practices in coding, CI/CD, observability, and development quality.
• Receive and offer technical feedback through pair programming and code reviews.
• Participate in the requirements refining, estimation, and user story development.
• Contribute to research technologies and fast prototyping, compose detailed design specifications.
• Actively participate in root cause analysis.

Remains aware of evolving needs and opportunities, showing flexibility in doing whatever is appropriate to support the Company’s success. Pursues educational opportunities to maintain advanced and up-to-date knowledge in the field. Performs all other related duties as required, assigned, and understands that the items in this description are not all-inclusive. This position is not intended to be complete or all-inclusive and does not preclude management from assigning other or related functions for which the individual has demonstrated competency through performance.

What are we looking for in a candidate?

Experience and Requirements:

• BS Degree, preferably in Computer Science or Information Systems
• 7+ years of backend development experience in Node.js / Python or related server-side frameworks.
• Strong experience with MongoDB, including design, performance tuning, aggregations, including search, and indexing.
• Proven experience designing, developing, and delivering serverless services in the AWS environment.
• Ability to lead code reviews, document architectural decisions, and coach engineers on performance and maintainability.
• Experience leading project teams in a consumer internet or technology company.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on delivering high-quality documents.
• AWS cloud certification will be a plus

Knowledge and Abilities required:

• This position will require the ability to effectively troubleshoot and reason through problems to reach solutions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills as the independent contractor will collaborate with various departments within the company.
• This independent contractor must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and should be comfortable managing tasks under frequent, tight deadlines.

Contractor Requirements

• Must be based in the United States
• Must provide own laptop and have a reliable internet connection

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Primarily sedentary: sitting (75%), walking (15%), standing (10%), lifting up to 10 pounds.
• Occasional travel required. Must be able to travel and work extended schedules as needed

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  Software Development

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