Searching for a Backend Engineer long-term contractor to work from home in Medellin, Colombia! Please submit your CV/Resumé in English, thank you! Do you live and breathe backend development, with languages like Python and SQL as your trusty companions? Are you energized by the challenge of architecting robust and scalable systems, seamlessly integrating APIs and crafting elegant solutions? If you find joy in building the backbone of applications that power our digital world, then you have the perfect ingredients to thrive as our exceptional Backend Engineer, shaping the future of our technology stack! Responsibilities Designing and implementing server-side applications using Python Writing complex SQL queries using Trino to gather analytics data from multiple sources Developing and maintaining microservices for our platform Designing and optimizing databases, both relational and non-relational Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate APIs and ensure smooth functionality Writing efficient and reusable code, adhering to best practices and coding standards Performing code reviews to ensure high-quality codebase Developing comprehensive end-to-end integration tests to ensure systems function as intended Troubleshooting and debugging issues in backend systems Staying up to date with the latest technologies and industry trends to drive continuous improvement Qualifications English language proficiency required BS degree in Computer Science or a similar technical area of study, or equivalent practical experience 2-4 years of experience as a software engineer/developer, with a focus on backend development Proficiency in Python Strong experience with databases, SQL, and database optimization techniques Experience working with microservices architecture Familiarity with API design principles and RESTful services Solid understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Strong collaboration and communication abilities, with the capability to work in cross-functional teams Nice to Have Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field Experience/certification with cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services or Google Cloud Platform Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker Knowledge of message queues and streaming platforms, such as Apache Kafka Understanding of caching mechanisms and performance optimization techniques Experience with performance testing and profiling tools Familiarity with machine learning concepts and frameworks #J-18808-Ljbffr