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Backend Software Engineer (Python/Node/Java/Go)
Empowers Staffing IncRemotePosted 30+ days ago
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Role overview

Role details

This is a remote position. We are seeking a Backend Software Engineer to design and build scalable, high-performance APIs and services using Python, Node.js, Java, or Go. This role focuses on building reliable backend systems, improving performance and security, and supporting cloud-native application architectures.

You will collaborate with frontend engineers, DevOps teams, and product stakeholders to deliver production-ready solutions in a fast-paced, agile environment. The ideal candidate has strong fundamentals in distributed systems, clean architecture, and database design.

**Key

Responsibilities

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• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and REST APIs • Build scalable microservices and event-driven systems • Optimize performance, reliability, and system security • Design database schemas and write efficient SQL queries • Integrate backend systems with cloud services and third-party APIs • Participate in code reviews and maintain coding standards • Write automated tests to ensure system stability • Collaborate with DevOps teams on CI/CD and deployment processes ### Requirements

Requirements

  • • 4+ years of backend software development experience •
  • Strong experience in at least one: Python, Node.js, Java, or Go •
  • Experience designing RESTful APIs and microservices •
  • Strong database experience (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar) •
  • Experience with Docker and containerized environments • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows •
  • Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) •
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

**Preferred

Qualifications

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  • Experience with Kubernetes and distributed systems •
  • Experience with message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS) • Knowledge of caching systems (Redis or similar) •
  • Experience in high-availability production environments

Skills

PythonNode.jsJavaGoPostgreSQLSQLMySQLDockerAWSAzureGoogle CloudKubernetes

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Workplace

Remote

Source

Zohorecruit

Date posted

Jul 15, 2026

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