Jobgether is seeking a Contract AWS Backend Developer for a fully remote position in the United States.
This is a senior-level contract role requiring a seasoned backend developer with strong Python skills and deep AWS experience.
The developer will be part of a cross-functional team focused on building cloud-native, AI-powered prototypes and automating them into scalable, production-ready solutions.
The position requires a commitment of 40 hours per week over a minimum of 12 months, with expected schedule overlap with US-based teammates.
Responsibilities include designing, building, and maintaining scalable AWS-native backend infrastructure using services like Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and API Gateway.
The developer will also develop and deploy serverless applications, integrate third-party APIs and internal tools using Python, and implement Infrastructure-as-Code practices with Terraform.
Collaboration with cross-functional teams to scale AI prototypes to production is essential.
The role involves contributing to team development through mentorship, technical guidance, and sharing best practices while maintaining high standards of code quality, performance, and security.
Requirements:
Candidates must have 5+ years of software development experience, with strong backend and cloud architecture skills.
A minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience working with AWS services and serverless architecture is required.
Expertise in Python and familiarity with API integrations and cloud-native application design is essential.
Proficiency with Terraform and Docker for infrastructure automation and containerization is necessary.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills in a fully remote setting are required.
Candidates must be available to overlap with US working hours.
Bonus points will be given for experience with React/Next.js, data engineering, or a personal interest in finance/investing.
Benefits:
The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $80—$110 USD, depending on experience.
It provides 100% remote work with a flexible schedule.
The contract is long-term, with a minimum duration of 12 months.
There is an opportunity to work on impactful AI initiatives at scale.
The role allows joining a fast-moving team at the forefront of AI and cloud innovation.
The company promotes a collaborative and inclusive culture that values input and growth.
