Back End Python Engineer / Fully Remote

Job Description A global leader in digital platforms and large-scale software systems is looking for a Backend Engineer to build and enhance mission-critical backend services. You’ll work with modern serverless architecture using Python, AWS Lambda, API Gateway, AppSync, Kinesis, SQS, RDS, and S3. This is a contract role full ownership, modern technology, and the ability to ship impactful work that will be used by millions of end users. What makes this opportunity exciting? The environment is fast-moving, cloud-native, and engineering-led no legacy monoliths. You’ll architect microservices from scratch, improve API performance, and influence system design. If you're passionate about distributed systems, automation, and solving real-world scale challenges, this team will give you autonomy, learning opportunities, and meaningful technical impact from day one. Contract Length: 6 Months Required Skills & Experience • 5+ years of backend software development using Python • Experience designing and delivering RESTful APIs & Microservices • Experience deploying serverless applications with AWS Lambda • Strong experience with AWS infrastructure/services • Deep understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases • Solid grasp of object-oriented & functional programming principles • Understanding of microservice architecture, event-driven design, and distributed systems Desired Skills & Experience • Experience with Docker or Kubernetes • Experience with design patterns, algorithms, and data structures • Ability to design systems for scalability and low latency What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown • 90% Python + AWS Serverless (Lambda, API Gateway, AppSync, Kinesis, SQS, S3, RDS) • 10% Container platforms (Docker / Kubernetes) Daily Responsibilities • 80% Hands-On Development & Architecture • 20% Team Collaboration The Offer • Competitive contract rate You Will Receive The Following Benefits • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future. Posted By: Casey Ryan