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# Senior Backend Software Engineer

- **Company:** ASGN Incorporated
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $185,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Data Security, Django Web Framework, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, Performance Tuning, RabbitMQ, Redis, Standard Sql, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Web Application Frameworks, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Backend, Git, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Docker, Golang
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f4d52eda396da59d

## About the Role

* 7+ years of software development experience with strong focus in backend development.
 * 5+ years building RESTful APIs and scalable backend systems.
 * 3+ years of experience with Golang and/or Python.
 * Experience with modern frameworks such as Django, Gin, or Gorm.
 * Strong SQL and data modeling experience; PostgreSQL preferred.
 * Working knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS; React experience is a plus.
 * Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes.
 * Familiarity with cloud environments and cloud-native architectures, preferably AWS.
 * Strong understanding of performance optimization, security, scalability, and modern testing practices.

Preferred:

 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
 * Experience with Redis, RabbitMQ, and Linux environments.

## Description

* Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and RESTful APIs using Golang and Python.
 * Build data models, integrations, and secure data exchange solutions with external partners.
 * Contribute to end-to-end product delivery, including occasional front-end development support.
 * Ensure software quality through testing, code reviews, and CI/CD best practices.
 * Drive improvements in performance, security, reliability, monitoring, and observability.
 * Lead technical design decisions and contribute to architecture planning.
 * Mentor engineers and promote engineering excellence through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
 * Partner with Product, Data, Clinical, and Engineering teams in an Agile environment.


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