Senior Backend Engineer

Job Description

This is a remote position.

Schedule : Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM MNL (30-minute unpaid break)

Total Weekly Hours : 37.5 Hours

Our client is seeking an experienced Backend Engineer with strong Python and Django expertise. This role involves developing robust, scalable backend services and APIs, working with AWS services, databases, caching, and ensuring high-quality, secure, and efficient code. Senior-level experience and exposure to high-availability systems are a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and improve backend services and APIs using Python and Django

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new features

Work with AWS services (SES, SNS, Lambda, etc.) to support backend operations

Ensure code quality, security, and scalability

Troubleshoot and optimize application performance

Requirements

Strong experience with Python and Django frameworks

Familiarity with AWS services and their integration with backend systems

Solid understanding of RESTful API design

Experience with databases, caching, and related backend technologies

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Ability to collaborate effectively in a team and communicate clearly

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of experience in a senior-level engineer role

Experience with scalable, high-availability systems

Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and deployment

Independent Contractor Perks

HMO coverage (for eligible locations)

Permanent work-from-home arrangement

Immediate hiring

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Requirements

Strong experience with Python and Django frameworks Familiarity with AWS services and their integration with backend systems Solid understanding of RESTful API design Experience with databases, caching, and related backend technologies Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to collaborate effectively in a team and communicate clearly 5+ years of experience in a senior-level engineer role Experience with scalable, high-availability systems Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and deployment