
Posted 4 days ago
Senior Back End Engineer
Elixirr DigitalSenior Back End Engineer
Perks & benefits
Health InsurancePaid Leave
Requirements
5+ years backend experience, Proficiency in Python or major backend framework, Experience with microservices and RESTful APIs, Cloud expertise in AWS or Azure, Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), Experience with AI-assisted development tools
Skills
PythonAWSAzureDockerKubernetesFastAPI
About the role
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain core backend architecture for AI-augmented consulting and agent platforms
- Drive decisions on microservices, containerization, and serverless solutions (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, ECS, AKS)
- Operate across a modern AI developer stack, including agentic coding tools and AI-assisted CI/CD
- Implement robust security measures such as OAuth 2.0, OIDC, and JWT by default
- Build internal guardrails, including eval harnesses and security checks, to ensure safe AI-assisted development
- Integrate LLM providers, vector stores, and orchestration frameworks like LangGraph or AutoGen
- Mentor engineers across global teams on effective AI-tooling workflows and cloud-native best practices
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience building and operating large-scale backend systems in cloud environments (AWS and/or Azure)
- Strong proficiency in Python and/or major backend frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Django, Spring Boot, Node.js)
- Proven experience with microservices, RESTful API design, and event-driven architectures
- Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Demonstrable daily use of AI-assisted developer tools (Copilot, coding agents) with a focus on code quality and rigor
- Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Multi-cloud expertise with hands-on production experience in both AWS and Azure
- Familiarity with enterprise security and compliance standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, or GDPR
- Previous experience working within consulting or professional services environments
- Experience collaborating with distributed teams across multiple time zones
Benefits
- Competitive compensation including performance bonuses
- Employee Stock Options Grant and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Comprehensive health benefits plan and pension plan
- Flexible working hours
- Access to modern equipment and cutting-edge technologies
About the Company
Elixirr Digital is transforming how consulting services are delivered by leveraging advanced technology. We build scalable, secure, and AI-driven solutions that help our clients change the game in their respective industries.
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