Sr. Backend Engineer

Job Description: Location: This position is remote in the US only. Key Responsibilities Implement scalable solutions across the full stack with a focus on backend services and data architecture Development and optimization of Postgres database schemas, queries, and performance tuning Build and maintain Python-based services, APIs, and backend processing logic Develop and support AWS-based solutions, including Step Functions and event-driven workflows Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using AWS CloudFormation and related tooling Collaborate with product, architecture, and engineering teams to translate requirements into technical solutions Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues across application, infrastructure, and data layers Ensure code quality through best practices including testing, code reviews, and documentation Contribute to system design decisions, architecture reviews, and technical roadmaps Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with PostgreSQL (schema design, performance tuning, complex queries) Proficiency in Python for backend development and data processing Experience with AWS services, particularly Step Functions, Lambda, and event-driven architectures Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code, specifically CloudFormation (or similar tools like Terraform) Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Strong understanding of distributed systems, APIs, and microservices architecture Ability to work independently and drive solutions with minimal oversight Pay Range: $65.00 - $70.00 per hour, depending upon experience. Health & Medical Benefits, 401K, Employee Assistance Program, and Sick Time applicable by state.