Backend Engineer (Python)
Posted 4 days ago by 1751635013
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: The Backend Engineer (Python) role requires a candidate with over four years of software development experience, a strong background in Python, and practical knowledge of AWS. The position emphasizes the importance of AI/ML experience, particularly in Generative AI, and values strong communication skills and a passion for sports. This role is remote and classified as outside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain software applications using Python.
- Implement data structures and algorithms effectively.
- Utilize AWS for application deployment and management.
- Work on machine learning projects with a focus on Generative AI.
- Collaborate with distributed teams and communicate effectively.
Key Skills:
- 4+ years of software development experience.
- BS degree in Computer Science or related field.
- Strong experience in Python.
- Required knowledge of Data Structures & Algorithms.
- Practical experience with AWS.
- Prior ML experience and at least 6 months of hands-on GenAI experience.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
- Passion for sports is highly preferred.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
Detailed Description From Employer:
Key Requirements:
- Experience:
- 4+ years of software development experience. If more experience, then they will go senior level title)
- Must have a BS degree in Computer Science or related field
- Technical Skills:
- Python Strong experience (must-have)
- Data Structures & Algorithms Required
- AWS Practical experience required
- AI/ML:
- Prior ML experience (even if older) and at least 6 months of hands-on GenAI experience or solid exposure
- Experience working in a Generative AI-focused
- Soft Skills:
- Strong communication; ability to work independently
- Clear articulation, especially in a distributed team environment
- Domain Interest:
- A passion for sports is highly preferred (NBA, NFL, etc.)