Backend Engineer (Python + Go)

Role Overview:

At Rehire, we are supporting a fast-growing technology company in the search for a Backend Engineer (Python + Go) to join their engineering team.

This role focuses on building high-performance backend systems that power AI-driven client solutions. You will bridge complex data processing in Python with high-concurrency services in Go, helping architect scalable, distributed systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize high-performance server-side applications using Python (FastAPI) and Go.

• Architect and maintain scalable microservices capable of handling high-volume data and concurrent user requests.

• Design, implement, and document secure RESTful and/or gRPC APIs that support AI and data-driven platforms.

• Identify latency issues and system bottlenecks; refactor legacy code and optimize database performance.

• Collaborate with DevOps and Data teams to deploy containerized services (Docker/Kubernetes) in cloud environments (GCP/AWS).

• Conduct thorough code reviews, write unit and integration tests, and maintain strong technical documentation standards.

• Implement observability best practices (logging, metrics, tracing) to ensure reliability and 99.9% uptime.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.

• 3+ years of professional backend engineering experience, ideally in consulting or fast-paced product environments.

• Advanced Python expertise building production-grade APIs with FastAPI, Flask, or similar frameworks.

• Solid experience with Go (Golang), including strong understanding of goroutines and concurrency patterns.

• Strong experience with SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases, including schema design and query optimization.

• Experience with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native architectures.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate effectively with remote, cross-functional teams in an ET-aligned schedule.

About the Position:

· Full-time 100% remote role. Contractor Mode.

· Duration - 6 months with possibility of extension

· Work schedule: Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (US Eastern Time).

· Global environment: collaborate with an international team across multiple regions.

· Competitive salary in USD and growth opportunities in a global environment.

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply at www.rehire.ar/jobs and send us your CV!