Contract AWS Backend Developer ( Remote - US)

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Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

One of our companies is currently looking for a Contract AWS Backend Developer in United States .

This is a senior-level, fully remote contract position for a seasoned backend developer with strong Python skills and deep AWS experience. You’ll be part of a cross-functional team building cloud-native, AI-powered prototypes and automating them into scalable, production-ready solutions. The role requires 40 hours per week over a minimum of 12 months and includes close collaboration with US-based teammates, so some schedule overlap is expected. If you enjoy working independently, love solving tough technical problems, and want to work with cutting-edge tech in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Accountabilities:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, AWS-native backend infrastructure using services like Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and API Gateway
• Develop and deploy serverless applications, integrating third-party APIs and internal tools using Python
• Implement Infrastructure-as-Code practices with Terraform to manage and automate cloud resources
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring AI prototypes to life and scale them to production
• Contribute to team development through mentorship, technical guidance, and sharing best practices
• Maintain high standards of code quality, performance, and security while adapting to evolving business needs

• 5+ years of software development experience, with strong backend and cloud architecture skills
• 2+ years of hands-on experience working with AWS services and serverless architecture
• Expertise in Python and familiarity with API integrations and cloud-native application design
• Proficiency with Terraform and Docker for infrastructure automation and containerization
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills in a fully remote setting
• Availability to overlap with US working hours
• Bonus points for experience with React/Next.js, data engineering, or a personal interest in finance/investing

• Competitive hourly rate of $80—$110 USD, depending on experience
• 100% remote work with flexible schedule
• Long-term contract (12 months minimum)
• Opportunity to work on impactful AI initiatives at scale
• Join a fast-moving team at the forefront of AI and cloud innovation
• Collaborative and inclusive culture that values your input and growth

Jobgether Hiring Process Disclaimer

This job is posted on behalf of one of our partner companies. If you choose to apply, your application will go through our AI-powered 3-step screening process, where we automatically select the 5 best candidates.

Our AI thoroughly analyzes every line of your CV and LinkedIn profile to assess your fit for the role, evaluating each experience in detail. When needed, our team may also conduct a manual review to ensure only the most relevant candidates are considered.

Our process is fair, unbiased, and based solely on qualifications and relevance to the job. Only the best-matching candidates will be selected for the next round.

If you are among the top 5 candidates, you will be notified within 7 days.
If you do not receive feedback after 7 days, it means you were not selected. However, if you wish, we may consider your profile for other similar opportunities that better match your experience.

Thank you for your interest!

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