The Backend Developer will be responsible for building and maintaining the server-side logic, database management, and cloud integration that power our applications. You will work on high-availability systems, focusing on performance, scalability, and seamless integration between different platforms. This role requires a versatile engineer comfortable switching between Python for rapid development and data processing, and Java for robust, enterprise-grade services, all hosted within an AWS ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
- Server-Side Logic: Develop high-quality, efficient code using Java and Python to support core business functionality.
- Cloud Architecture: Design and implement cloud-native solutions on AWS, ensuring security, reliability, and cost-optimization.
- API Development: Create and maintain scalable RESTful or GraphQL APIs to interface with front-end applications and external services.
- Database Management: Architect and optimize data storage solutions, including relational databases and NoSQL stores.
- Performance Optimization: Identify bottlenecks and implement caching strategies or asynchronous processing to improve system response times.
- Security & Compliance: Implement data protection and security measures to safeguard sensitive information.
- Technical Documentation: Create clear documentation for system architecture, API endpoints, and deployment procedures.
Technical Skill Set:
Primary Languages: Python (Django/Flask/FastAPI), Java (Spring Boot/Jakarta EE)
Cloud Services(AWS) : Lambda, EC2, ECS/EKS, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, SQS/SNS
Database Systems : PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis, MongoDB
Development Tools: Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Maven, Pytest, JUnit
Networking/Security: VPC, API Gateway, OAuth2, JWT, IAM
Qualifications:
- Strong proficiency in Backend development with a focus on multithreading, concurrency, and object-oriented design.
- Hands-on experience with AWS services and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform or CloudFormation).
- Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code in both Python and Java environments.
- Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset for working in an Agile environment.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 40,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 142,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
Skills Required
- Strong proficiency in backend development with multithreading, concurrency, and object-oriented design
- Hands-on experience with AWS services and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform or CloudFormation)
- Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code in both Python and Java
- Experience with Python frameworks (Django/Flask/FastAPI) and Java frameworks (Spring Boot/Jakarta EE)
- Design and maintain scalable RESTful or GraphQL APIs
- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, DynamoDB)
- Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS)
- Familiarity with development and testing tools (Git, Maven, Pytest, JUnit)
- Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
- Strong communication skills and collaborative experience in an Agile environment
What We Do
Photon.com has emerged as one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing Digital Agencies. We work with 40% of the Fortune 100 on their Digital initiatives and are known for our ability to integrate Strategy Consulting, Creative Design, and Technology at scale. Please visit www.photon.com to learn more about us, how we work, and our customer case studies. Digital Transformation Starts Here.
