Senior Backend Engineer (Python/Django) at Softwarevision

Type: Contract, per-project. Location: Remote - within LATAM time zones (GMT-3 to GMT-5) - Remote with meetings across U.S. time zones Availability: Contractor (40 hours per week) ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join a growing team of technologists and innovators focused on building scalable, cloud-native digital solutions for global clients. This role is ideal for a backend-focused engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, designing scalable systems, and delivering high-quality code in collaborative, fast-paced environments. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing backend services, APIs, and cloud-based applications using Python and Django, helping build robust systems that integrate seamlessly with modern cloud platforms and enterprise applications. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable backend applications and services using Python and Django. - Build and support robust RESTful APIs using Django REST Framework. - Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, designers, and QA teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions. - Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable code following engineering best practices. - Develop and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure software reliability and quality. - Participate in architecture and design discussions, contributing to technical decisions and backend strategy. - Optimize application performance, scalability, and long-term maintainability. - Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development and production environments. - Work across the application stack, collaborating on integrations involving frontend technologies and databases. - Contribute to continuous improvement of development workflows, coding standards, and engineering practices. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of experience in Backend Engineering, Software Development, or related roles. - Strong professional experience with Python and Django in production environments. - Experience designing and building RESTful APIs using Django REST Framework. - Experience working in media & entertainment, streaming platforms, or digital supply chain ecosystems is highly preferred - Strong understanding of web application architecture and backend development best practices. - Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or similar. - Familiarity with Git workflows and collaborative software development practices. - Understanding of full-stack applications, including exposure to HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frontend/backend integrations. - Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a distributed environment. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills. NICE TO HAVE - Experience with Node.js. - Exposure to containerization technologies such as Docker. - Experience working in cloud-native or SaaS product environments. - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. - Experience in client-facing or consulting environments.