Senior Backend Engineer – AWS, Python, Java

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ukraine.

📋 Description

• Design, create, and manage scalable backend systems and cloud-native infrastructure.

• Deploy, supervise, and enhance applications on AWS (including EC2, ECS/EKS, Lambda, S3, RDS, CloudWatch, IAM, and related services).

• Develop and uphold CI/CD pipelines along with automated testing workflows.

• Utilize Docker and Kubernetes for the containerization and orchestration of microservices.

• Implement observability solutions, such as logging, monitoring, metrics, and distributed tracing.

• Ensure the reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency of infrastructure.

• Architect and construct backend services utilizing Python (FastAPI preferred) or Java (Spring Boot / Quarkus).

• Design and implement scalable RESTful and GraphQL APIs.

• Build asynchronous processing pipelines using technologies like Celery, RabbitMQ, Redis, or similar.

• Design and optimize database schemas with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or NoSQL databases.

• Apply caching strategies to guarantee high performance and low latency.

• Optimize backend systems for high throughput, resilience, and reliability.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services, including: EC2, ECS / EKS, Lambda, S3, RDS, CloudWatch, IAM.

• Proven experience with Docker and Kubernetes in production settings.

• Experience in designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.

• In-depth understanding of system observability (logging, monitoring, tracing).

• Strong proficiency in Python (FastAPI preferred) or Java (Spring Boot / Quarkus).

• Experience in designing and implementing RESTful and GraphQL APIs.

• Solid grasp of distributed systems and microservices architecture.

• Experience with asynchronous processing systems (Celery, RabbitMQ, Redis, or similar).

• Strong knowledge of relational and/or NoSQL databases.

• Experience in implementing caching strategies (Redis, in-memory caching, CDN, etc.).

• Nice to Have: Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging systems. Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar). Experience in performance tuning and load optimization. Understanding of Domain-Driven Design (DDD) or clean architecture principles. Exposure to security best practices in cloud environments. Experience with high-scale production systems.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Your salary is determined by your qualifications, experience, and performance.

• Exceptional Stability: Enjoy job security and numerous opportunities for career advancement.

• Professional Development: Access to educational programs and certifications to enhance your skills.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive support for your fitness needs.

• Flexible Working Environment: Enjoy a fully remote work setup, flexible schedules, and relocation assistance if necessary.

• Performance Recognition: Regular bonuses, annual salary reviews, and acknowledgment of your accomplishments.

• Advanced Equipment Options: Choose the workstation setup that best suits your requirements, whether a desktop or a laptop.

• Team Building & Community: Engage in regular events that promote collaboration, camaraderie, and innovation.