Overview
Remote
USD 60.00 - 72.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
FOCUS
API
Migration
Backend Development
Golang
Python
GraphQL
Routers
Debugging
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Quick Learner
Pick
Collaboration
Communication
Job Details
Job Description
REMOTE
JOB DESCRIPTION
We're looking for a skilled Senior Backend Engineer (Contractor) to join our GraphQL API platform team.
In this role, you'll focus on migrating legacy Python services to Go within our GraphQL API services.
Experience with GraphQL, including GraphQL Federation and Apollo Router, is a strong plus.
You'll use internal tools and processes developed by the GraphQL team to accelerate our migration from Python to Go.
We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at solving complex problems, and collaborates effortlessly across teams.
Responsibilities include:
Migrate and refactor existing Python logic into Golang within GraphQL API services.
Rapidly learn and adapt to internal tools, systems, and processes to speed up migration.
Collaborate closely with engineers across teams to ensure smooth delivery.
Debug complex issues quickly and provide clear, actionable solutions.
Maintain high-quality, well-tested code with thorough validation.
Identify and implement improvements in our migration tooling.
What We're Looking For:
5+ years of experience in backend development, ideally in a fast-moving environment.
Strong expertise in Golang and Python.
Familiarity with GraphQL APIs, GraphQL Router and Federation are a plus.
Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
Quick learner with the ability to pick up unfamiliar tools or systems quickly.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, able to work effectively in distributed teams.
REMOTE
JOB DESCRIPTION
We're looking for a skilled Senior Backend Engineer (Contractor) to join our GraphQL API platform team.
In this role, you'll focus on migrating legacy Python services to Go within our GraphQL API services.
Experience with GraphQL, including GraphQL Federation and Apollo Router, is a strong plus.
You'll use internal tools and processes developed by the GraphQL team to accelerate our migration from Python to Go.
We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at solving complex problems, and collaborates effortlessly across teams.
Responsibilities include:
Migrate and refactor existing Python logic into Golang within GraphQL API services.
Rapidly learn and adapt to internal tools, systems, and processes to speed up migration.
Collaborate closely with engineers across teams to ensure smooth delivery.
Debug complex issues quickly and provide clear, actionable solutions.
Maintain high-quality, well-tested code with thorough validation.
Identify and implement improvements in our migration tooling.
What We're Looking For:
5+ years of experience in backend development, ideally in a fast-moving environment.
Strong expertise in Golang and Python.
Familiarity with GraphQL APIs, GraphQL Router and Federation are a plus.
Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
Quick learner with the ability to pick up unfamiliar tools or systems quickly.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, able to work effectively in distributed teams.
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