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Senior Backend Engineer - Python

Senior Backend Engineer - Python

LumenaltaWorkFromHome, Limpopo, South Africa
1 day ago
Job description

At Lumenalta, we partner with global enterprises to build and scale high-impact digital products. Our engineering teams work on complex, production-grade systems that power real-world experiences for millions of users.

What You’ll Do

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python, GraphQL, and AWS services
  • Implement microservices that interact with distributed systems and cloud infrastructure
  • Write robust, testable, and efficient code to support mission-critical features
  • Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other backend engineers to deliver complete end-to-end solutions
  • Develop and manage serverless applications using AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, and ECS
  • Monitor system performance and help drive improvements in reliability and scalability
  • Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and sprint planning
  • Contribute to automation efforts across CI / CD, testing, and deployment

What We’re Looking For

  • 7+ years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on Python
  • Experience building and maintaining GraphQL APIs or RESTful services
  • Proven experience working with cloud infrastructure – preferably AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, ECS, and S3
  • Strong grasp of data modeling, system design, and distributed systems
  • Familiarity with CI / CD practices and cloud-native development
  • Experience writing unit, integration, and performance tests
  • A pragmatic problem-solver who can balance shipping with long-term scalability
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote team

    • Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

    Employment type : Contract

    Job function : Engineering and Information Technology

    Industries : IT Services and IT Consulting

    We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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