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Urgent! Senior Backend Engineer - Python Job Opening In WorkFromHome – Now Hiring Lumenalta

Senior Backend Engineer Python



Job description

Overview

At Lumenalta, we partner with global enterprises to build and scale high-impact digital products.

Our engineering teams work on complex, production-grade systems that power real-world experiences for millions of users.

What You’ll Do

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python, GraphQL, and AWS services
  • Implement microservices that interact with distributed systems and cloud infrastructure
  • Write robust, testable, and efficient code to support mission-critical features
  • Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other backend engineers to deliver complete end-to-end solutions
  • Develop and manage serverless applications using AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, and ECS
  • Monitor system performance and help drive improvements in reliability and scalability
  • Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and sprint planning
  • Contribute to automation efforts across CI/CD, testing, and deployment

What We’re Looking For

  • 7+ years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on Python
  • Experience building and maintaining GraphQL APIs or RESTful services
  • Proven experience working with cloud infrastructure – preferably AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, ECS, and S3
  • Strong grasp of data modeling, system design, and distributed systems
  • Familiarity with CI/CD practices and cloud-native development
  • Experience writing unit, integration, and performance tests
  • A pragmatic problem-solver who can balance shipping with long-term scalability
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote team

This is a fully remote position open to candidates based in Europe or regions with compatible time zones .

To ensure effective collaboration with our client and team, candidates must maintain a 6-hour overlap with Eastern U.S. business hours .

This is an evergreen opening with no set deadline; we’re always excited to connect with professionals who want to help us build the future.

Summary

  • Seniorit y level: Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type: Contract
  • Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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