Backend Developer (Python/AWS)

TL;DR

Backend Developer (Python/AWS): Providing technical support, maintenance, and enhancement of a client application within an Agile environment with an accent on scalability and AWS cloud integration. Focus on optimizing backend services, integrating with TypeScript front-ends, and handling large-scale data sets.

Location: Remote (Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the United States)

Company

hirify.global is a mission-driven organization delivering technology-enabled solutions for defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors.

What you will do

• Provide expert technical support to maintain and enhance the client application.
• Implement optimizations, accessibility improvements, and system integrations.
• Develop within a sprint-based Agile development cycle.
• Build Python backend services and ensure seamless integration with TypeScript front-end components.
• Manage application availability and correct operational performance in the AWS cloud.

Requirements

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
• U.S. citizenship or full authorization to work in the United States (Sponsorship not available).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination.
• Proficiency with Python (or Ruby) and frameworks such as Django or Rails.
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and working with relational/non-relational databases.
• Competence in handling scalable search technology and large data sets.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• Retirement planning with a 401k.
• Paid Time Off and Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity).
• Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Dedicated budget for Training & Development.