Backend Engineer (Python / FastAPI) | Remote

Crossing Hurdles

RemoteFull-time$230,000 – $280,000

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About the role

Position: Fullstack Developer (Python/React)

Type: Full-time

Compensation: $230K $280K/year

Location: Remote

Commitment: 40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain scalable backend APIs using Python and frameworks such as FastAPI.
  • Develop frontend applications using React, Next.js, and TypeScript.
  • Integrate LLMs and AI-driven workflows into production systems.
  • Implement backend optimizations, including concurrency patterns and performance improvements.
  • Write and optimize SQL queries and contribute to data modeling.
  • Improve platform scalability, reliability, and performance across the full stack.
  • Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues to ensure stability.
  • Write clean, modular, and maintainable code following best engineering practices.
  • Collaborate closely with a senior remote team to deliver high-quality features efficiently.

Requirements

  • Strong experience building frontend applications using React (Next.js and TypeScript preferred).
  • Proficiency in Python for backend development (FastAPI or similar frameworks).
  • Solid understanding of asynchronous programming and performance optimization.
  • Experience writing and debugging SQL queries.
  • Familiarity with APIs and service-oriented architectures.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication.
  • Ownership mindset with ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Application Process (Takes 20 Min)

  • Upload resume
  • Interview (15 min)
  • Submit form

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Skills

  • Python
  • FastAPI
  • React
  • TypeScript
  • SQL
  • AWS

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