Backend Developer Python

Overview

Remote
$70
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

python
Kubernetes
GCP
backend

Job Details

Job Title: Backend Developer Python
Primary Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
Position Type: 12 mos. Contract with potential for Conversion/Contract-to-Hire

Overview
Backend Developer. This is a 12 mos. Contract role that is Remote (U.S.-based).
The purpose of this position is to support and enhance the platform backend services-addressing bug reports, implementing new features, and working collaboratively with other data science teams to evolve the platform based on user needs.

What You Bring to the Role. (Ideal Experience)
Expert-level experience with at least one backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Scala, Go).
Strong hands-on experience with Python 3.
Working knowledge of Kubernetes.
Experience with one or more major cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure).
Proficiency with at least one mainstream DBMS (e.g., Postgres, MongoDB).
Experience developing high-availability, distributed systems.
Bonus points for experience with:

  • Kubernetes administration and Operator SDK.
  • Apache Kafka + Kafka Streams.
  • Gitlab CI/CD pipelines.
  • Scientific/numerical computing or applied machine learning.
  • ML/data science tools like transformers, torch, pandas, or scipy stack.
  • Neural network workload deployments.

What You'll Do. (Skills Used in this Position)
Maintain and support backend services of the platform.
Respond to and triage issue reports; implement fixes and regression tests.
Design, implement, test, and deploy new backend features.
Collaborate with internal data science teams to align roadmap with platform needs.
Write both internal and user-facing documentation.
Use tools such as Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Terraform/OpenTofu, and GitLab CI/CD to support deployment and infrastructure.

Compensation Information
The expected salary range for this position is $50-70 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies for comprehensive benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.

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