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[Remote] Lead Backend Engineer | Python ,AI

Remote · Sri Lanka Full-time

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Dice is seeking a Lead Backend Engineer to own backend components on the CoCounsel platform, which is an AI-powered service for legal research and document work. The role involves writing production Python code, deploying and operating on AWS, and ensuring the reliability of backend services.

Responsibilities

Build REST APIs and services in Python (FastAPI / Flask)
Integrate with PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Redis, SQS/SNS
Write testable code with structured logging and observability hooks
Participate in code reviews and delivery ceremonies

Skills

Python. 3+ years Python in production (FastAPI / Flask / Django REST)
Docker / container fundamentals (ECS task definitions)
Async & event-driven patterns: SQS consumers, Lambda triggers
Exposure to LLM APIs (Bedrock, OpenAI, Anthropic) or AI workloads on AWS
Working IaC experience: CDK, Terraform, or CloudFormation, CI/CD pipeline
Regulated industry background: Fintech, Legal, or Healthcare
Prior consulting or client-delivery experience

Company Overview

Dice is a job-searching platform for technology professionals. It is a sub-organization of DHI Group. It was founded in 1990, and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.dice.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

Dice has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2022, 4 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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