Cloud Backend Engineer

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Brixton Group
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Duration: 12+ months

Compensation: $45-60/hr

Location: On-site 5 days/week in Philadelphia, PA


We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Backend Engineer to join our clients dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python (FastAPI), cloud infrastructure management, and containerization technologies. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining cloud-based applications and services on AWS.


Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain backend services using Python (FastAPI).
  • Design and implement cloud infrastructure using Terraform.
  • Work with AWS services such as ECS, DynamoDB, and EKS to build scalable applications.
  • Develop and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes (K8s).
  • Optimize system performance, security, and scalability in a cloud-native environment.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate services and deploy applications efficiently.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot cloud-based applications, ensuring high availability and reliability.

Requirements:

  • Strong proficiency in Python (FastAPI).
  • Experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS services like ECS, DynamoDB, and EKS.
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes (K8s).
  • Understanding of cloud-native application design and best practices.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment. Key skills:
    • Python - FastApi
  • Terraform
  • AWS services like : ECS / DynamoDB / EKS
  • Exposure to containerization ( Docker /K8)

Date Posted: 02 May 2025
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