Backend Engineer (Python and SQL)

Searching for a Backend Engineer long-term contractor to work from home in Latam! 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

You’ll Grow at Linqia

Influencer marketing is chaotic. Linqia brings the calm in the chaos. We’re a leader in the influencer marketing industry. We're a mature and growing tech start-up, having experienced 100% year-over-year growth and break-even. We partner with the world's largest brands including General Motors, Bayer, Kimberly-Clark, Unilever, Albertsons, McDonalds, and Walmart to build compelling and effective influencer marketing campaigns. Our AI-driven platform and team of experts are leading the transformation of influencer marketing and leveraging creator content. We combine the science and accountability of online media with award-winning creativity to deliver the greatest return on investment and results for our clients’ paid, owned, and earned media.

We value intelligence, recognize talent and have instilled a culture that supports career development and growth for our employees. We thrive on innovation and accountability, with a customer first attitude that adds true value to everything we touch. Our team members are smart, hard-working, have integrity and love to have fun as we play to win.

This position description is intended to describe the duties most frequently performed by an individual in this position. Linqia is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity. We actively encourage women, people with disabilities, veterans, underrepresented minorities, and LGBTQ+ people to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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