Senior Backend Engineer (Python/AWS)

ABOUT CLIENT

Our client is a software development company that focuses on creating custom solutions for their clients.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our company, with expert teams in Berlin and Ho Chi Minh City, provides innovative software solutions for startups and leading enterprise businesses in Germany. The team in Berlin and Ho Chi Minh City collaborates to develop high-quality solutions.
We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Python/AWS) to join our team in Ho Chi Minh City. This role is ideal for team players interested in building an international career as a product builder as well as a coder.
Developing and maintaining scalable backend services using Python for a live product
Designing and implementing robust RESTful APIs and backend systems following industry best practices
Leading the design and development of cloud-native backend solutions on AWS (e.g., ECS, SQS, SNS)
Driving the architecture and scalability of backend systems for reliability, performance, and maintainability
Defining and enforcing coding standards, testing strategies, and best practices across the backend codebase
Implementing and overseeing observability practices, including monitoring, logging, and alerting
Collaborating closely with frontend engineers, QA, DevOps, and product stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions
Conducting code reviews, technical design reviews, and architectural discussions
Leading troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of complex production issues
Mentoring junior and mid-level engineers and supporting their technical growth
Contributing to technical documentation, system design documentation, and knowledge sharing
Staying up to date with emerging technologies and driving technical innovation within the team

JOB REQUIREMENT

5 - 7 years of experience in backend software development using Python
Strong experience building production systems with FastAPI or similar Python frameworks
Proven experience designing scalable, maintainable backend architectures
Strong expertise in RESTful API design and distributed system design
Proven experience in running a production environment with active users, and no downtime deployment
Experience building and deploying cloud-native applications on cloud platforms
Solid experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB)
Experience implementing monitoring, logging, and observability systems
Strong experience with automated testing, including unit and integration testing
Deep understanding of software architecture patterns, design principles, and clean coding practices
Experience integrating AI services or building AI-enabled backend features
Strong problem-solving ability and ability to drive technical decisions
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Proficiency in English communication
Nice To Have
Experience with other software developer technologies, such as Typescript/NodeJS
Interest in leading a team of software engineers
Direct client communication experience
Experience in successful communication between team members in different time zones
Genuine interest in telecom and AI domain

WHAT'S ON OFFER

Competitive compensation package and benefits
Year-end bonus equivalent to a 13th-month salary
Up to 18 days of annual leave
Additional premium health insurance coverage
Commuting to and from work sponsored by Grab Services
Complimentary gourmet coffee, beverages, snacks, and fresh fruits
Emphasis on individual development:
Access to Udemy and other recommended courses
Sponsorship for professional certificates like React Developer Professional Certificate, IBM Front-End Developer Professional Certificate, etc.
Friday sharing sessions with provided lunch
One-on-one coaching with experienced professionals
Flexible work policy accommodating personal schedules and commitments
Dynamic, enjoyable, and agile work environment fostering creativity and collaboration
Open-minded, kind, and humble colleagues

CONTACT

PEGASI – IT Recruitment Consultancy | Email: recruit@pegasi.com.vn | Tel: +84 28 3622 8666
We are PEGASI – IT Recruitment Consultancy in Vietnam. If you are looking for new opportunity for your career path, kindly visit our website www.pegasi.com.vn for your reference. Thank you!

Job Summary

Company Type:

Outsource

Technical Skills:

Python

Location:

Ho Chi Minh - Viet Nam

Working Policy:

Onsite

Job ID:

J02060

Status:

Active

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