What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cloud Backend Engineer position at The Brixton Group?
Duration: 12 months
Compensation: $45-60/hr
Location: On-site 5 days/week in Philadelphia, PA
We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Backend Engineer to join our clients dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python (FastAPI), cloud infrastructure management, and containerization technologies. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining cloud-based applications and services on AWS.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain backend services using Python (FastAPI).
- Design and implement cloud infrastructure using Terraform.
- Work with AWS services such as ECS, DynamoDB, and EKS to build scalable applications.
- Develop and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes (K8s).
- Optimize system performance, security, and scalability in a cloud-native environment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate services and deploy applications efficiently.
- Monitor and troubleshoot cloud-based applications, ensuring high availability and reliability.
Requirements:
- Strong proficiency in Python (FastAPI).
- Experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code.
- Hands-on experience with AWS services like ECS, DynamoDB, and EKS.
- Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes (K8s).
- Understanding of cloud-native application design and best practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment. Key skills: • Python – FastApi
- Terraform
- AWS services like : ECS / DynamoDB / EKS
- Exposure to containerization ( Docker /K8)
Salary : $45 - $60
