Senior Python Developer / Remote / Cloud & Microservices

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Senior Python Developer / Remote / Cloud & Microservices San Francisco, California 100% Remote Contract $80/hr - $90/hr Job Description Join a globally recognized leader in the entertainment and media industry for a fully remote, long-term contract role focused on impactful backend development. Known for its cutting-edge technology, strong developer-first culture, and commitment to work-life balance, this company is looking to bring on a Senior Python Backend Engineer to join its high-impact platform team. You’ll be contributing to the architecture and development of highly scalable backend systems, APIs, and serverless infrastructure. This role is a chance to work on high-profile projects that reach millions of users daily. The team is seeking someone who can operate independently in a modern cloud-based environment, but who also thrives in a collaborative setting. The work environment is fast-paced, creative, and highly technical—with a strong emphasis on clean, maintainable code. Perks include access to exclusive entertainment experiences and a truly balanced, supportive team culture. Contract Duration: 6 months Required Skills & Experience 5+ years of professional experience developing backend systems with Python
Solid experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs and working with microservices
In-depth knowledge of AWS services, including Lambda, S3, API Gateway, RDS, SQS, and others
Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL database technologies
Experience with serverless architecture and deployments
Strong grasp of both object-oriented and functional programming
Familiarity with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, and modern cloud patterns
Desired Skills & Experience Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or containerized application environments
Comfort designing backend architecture and system flows
Exposure to streaming and messaging systems such as Kafka or Kinesis
Skilled at debugging and optimizing complex systems
Experience working on high-traffic, low-latency systems
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown 80% Python and AWS backend engineering
10% API design and architecture
10% Team interaction and peer code reviews
Daily Responsibilities 85% Hands-on coding and development
5% Contributing to architectural strategy
10% Collaborating with teammates and stakeholders
You Will Receive the Following Benefits Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Note: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis both now and in the future. You will receive the following benefits: Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
Paid Sick Time Leave
Legal and Identity Protection Plans
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Posted by: Maddie Hausberg Specialization: Software Engineering
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Location:
San Francisco, CA, United States
Salary:
$200,000 - $250,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
IT & Technology