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# SMTS (Backend Engineer) (Remote)

- **Company:** RemoteStar
- **Location:** UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Unix, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Computer Networks, Linux, Device Drivers, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Network Protocols, OpenStack, Software Engineering, Virtualization Technology, Backend, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Golang
- **Published:** May 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fa7614f604fca1af

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Virtualization?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or related field.

 * Experience with programming in Python or Golang.
 * 5-8 years of experience in a software development role.
 * Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix systems.
 * Strong knowledge and exposure in networking protocols, OR, storage systems, is desirable
 * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 * Being a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work in a highly dynamic environment.
 * Familiarity with containerization technologies like Kubernetes or Openstack/Devstack is a plus.
 * Prior experience with Linux networking stack, IAM, kernel modules, and device drivers is a plus

To succeed in this role, you'll need to be a team player with a strong sense of ownership for your work and a passion for working in a data-driven organization.

## Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our team working on our cloud-native product suite. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer science, have worked on cloud-native and virtualization technologies, and have a willingness to learn new technologies.

Roles and Responsibilities:

 * Contribute to the development of cloud-native products and services.
 * Learn and collaborate with the team to design and implement the product roadmap.
 * Support cloud infrastructure deployments using our client's products, including troubleshooting and problem resolution.
 * Continuously monitor and improve the performance, scalability, and reliability of our product line.


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