Location/Remote: Denver, CO 80111; Hybrid Remote (i.e., 3 days onsite/week)

Relocation: this role is not considering candidates who require relocation

Employment Type: 9-month contract (open to W-2, 1099, and C2C) the contract can extend past 9-months if position expectations are being met

Compensation: up to $85/hour W-2, 1099, or C2C

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, LTD/STD, HSA/FSA, term life, and supplemental health insurances (e.g., Aflac) for all W-2 employees (and their families if needed)

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Python Backend Engineer to join our team and play a key role in building and maintaining a performant platform for managing tens of thousands of devices. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying robust and scalable backend services using Python and REST APIs.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services for a high-performance device management platform.
• Implement RESTful APIs using Python frameworks, with a strong preference for FastAPI (experience with Django or similar frameworks is also considered).
• Ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (front-end, DevOps) to deliver a seamless user experience.
• Participate in code reviews and knowledge sharing within the engineering team.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in the Python ecosystem.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines consistently.

Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in software development with a strong focus on Python.
• Proven experience building and deploying applications with REST APIs.
• Familiarity with FastAPI (or similar frameworks like Django) is a plus.
• Experience working with public cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure) is preferred.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD principles and experience with Kubernetes (k8s).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Keywords: Python, REST, RESTful, API, gRPC, FastAPI, Django, Flask, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure, CI/CD, Kubernetes, k8s