URGENT: Senior Backend Engineer - Full Stack

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
No Travel Required

Skills

Amazon Web Services
Python
TypeScript
API

Job Details

Mekas Cloud Services is a leading provider of comprehensive IT solutions for businesses of all sizes. Our services include SOC (Security Operations Center) services, MSP (Managed Service Provider) services, security consulting, IT staffing, Cloud strategy, Cloud migrations, and Remote IT management. One of our client is looking for a Full Stack Backend Engineer to work onsite.

Location : Pleasanton, California
Duration : Contract to Hire

Description

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Backend Developer to join our innovative development team. In this role, you will utilize your expertise in back-end technologies to design and implement outstanding software solutions that align with our business goals. You possess advanced skills in creating and implementing serverless architectures capable of effectively managing Backend Systems with complex processing needs, all while maintaining strong resilience and throughput.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud-based serverless frameworks and possess the ability to create scalable systems that maintain performance and reliability under varying loads. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to work on user facing applications and associated backend modules, design and develop , and build scalable solutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Full Stack Development: Lead the design, development, and maintenance of end-to-end solutions across our platform, utilizing modern frameworks and technologies.
  • Agile Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and QA engineers, to contribute to the complete software development lifecycle.
  • API Integration: Develop and manage APIs that facilitate seamless communication between client-side applications and back-end services.
  • Backend Design & Architecture: Optimize and maintain data model and databases, focusing on performance and data retrieval efficiency.
  • Code Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and reliability of data platform through rigorous testing and validation.
  • Technical Leadership: Promote and champion a robust engineering culture that emphasizes quality, innovation, and accountability. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior backend engineers.
  • Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation related to design decisions, architecture, and codebases.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of backend engineer experience using Python and Typescript.
  • 5+ years of experience in design and develop API driven backend systems. Experience with AWS Serverless technologies and GraphQL is a plus.
  • Experience with relational and non-relational database technologies (e.g., MySQL, DynamoDB) and data modeling.
  • Solid grasp of data structures, algorithms, and data analysis methods.
  • Passionate about building data products, ability to learn new domains and business models.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, ability to work on complex problems and deliver innovative solutions.
  • Familiarity with the dynamics of early-stage startups.
  • Skilled at adapting to shifting priorities and effectively planning projects in dynamic environments.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
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