Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ProSearch is actively recruiting for a Backend Software Engineer II (Contract-to-Hire) opportunity with one of their technology clients. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining backend applications and APIs using Python, while leveraging AWS services and implementing DevOps best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain backend applications and APIs using Python
• Build cloud-native applications using AWS services including Lambda, ECS, SQS, SNS, RDS, and DynamoDB
• Develop scalable microservices and event-driven architectures
• Implement and support CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and DevOps best practices
• Collaborate with software engineers, platform teams, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Troubleshoot production issues and optimize backend performance, reliability, and scalability
• Write efficient SQL queries and support relational databases including PostgreSQL and MySQL
• Participate in code reviews, system design discussions, and agile development processes
• Support monitoring, observability, and infrastructure improvements using tools such as DataDog

Skills

• 2–4 years of professional experience in backend software engineering or cloud engineering
• Strong Python development skills
• Hands-on AWS experience with Lambda, ECS, SQS, SNS, RDS, DynamoDB, or similar services
• Experience building APIs, distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-based applications
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and software deployment practices
• Experience with relational databases and SQL including PostgreSQL or MySQL
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• U.S. citizenship is required for this position
• Experience with DataDog, Azure DevOps, or platform engineering teams
• Experience with NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB or MongoDB
• Experience with event-driven systems and asynchronous messaging
• Experience with Go, Java, or C++
• Experience supporting SMS, email, or notification platforms
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

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