Principal Backend Engineer (Python) - Remote Work | REF#305460

BairesDev; Distrito Capital; Remote; VES 122,699,000 - 166,521,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

USD or local currency compensation

Hardware provided

Flexible hours

Paid parental leaves

Mentorship and growth

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Principal Backend Engineer (Python) to design and scale backend systems on AWS serverless infrastructure. You will own features end to end, shape microservices, and define IaC practices, collaborating with product and design to drive the technical roadmap.

Since this is 100% remote, you’ll work with a global team of top engineers, receive competitive USD compensation, and enjoy flexible hours, hardware support, parental leave, and ongoing growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of backend engineering experience required.
• Strong Python proficiency and AWS Serverless expertise.
• Experience with microservices, APIs, and data stores.
• Proficient in English; Spanish optional.

Responsibilities

• Design and build backend on AWS serverless infra.
• Own features end to end from design to deployment.
• Design scalable microservices and event-driven systems.
• Collaborate with product and design to shape roadmap.
• Define infrastructure as code practices.

Skills

Python

AWS Serverless

Backend architecture

Microservices

PostgreSQL

DynamoDB

Infrastructure as Code

API design

English proficiency

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

ECS

Terraform

CloudFormation

CDK

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Principal Backend Engineer (Python) at BairesDev

What You'll Do

• Design and build backend architecture on AWS serverless infrastructure.
• Own complete features end to end, from design through deployment.
• Design microservices and event-driven systems that scale with demand.
• Define infrastructure as code practices to support consistent, repeatable deployments.
• Design APIs consumed by web and mobile applications.
• Partner with product and design teams to shape the technical roadmap.

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in backend engineering, with strong proficiency in Python.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS Serverless (Lambda, SQS, SNS, EventBridge, API Gateway).
• Background in PostgreSQL and DynamoDB.
• Proficiency in microservices and event-driven architecture.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (CDK, CloudFormation, or Terraform).
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Nice To Have

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or ECS.
• Background building consumer-facing products at scale.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!