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# Senior Python Backend Engineer REQ_41

- **Company:** 3Pillar Global
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Multitier Architecture, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Architectural Patterns, JIRA, Unit Testing, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Integrity, Github, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, OAuth, Object-Oriented Software Development, Open Web Application Security, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Query Optimization, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, Web Application Frameworks, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources, Snowflake, Backend, Amazon Relational Database Service, Integration Tests, Solid Principles, Kubernetes, Health Level Seven International, Bitbucket, Api Design, Api Gateway, Software Coding, Restful APIs, Pyramid, Serverless Computing, GXP, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** October 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cb787ad5ba0b6343

## About the Role

* Experience/expertise in the following areas specified below:
 + Design and implement scalable backend services and APIs using Python
 + Architect PostgreSQL databases with strong skills in schema design, query optimization, and data integrity
 + Utilize AWS services: Kubernetes (EKS), Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, S3, IAM, and cloud-to-cloud integrations
 + Mentor engineers, conduct code reviews, and enforce engineering standards across the team
 + Deliver production systems with high reliability, observability, and security
 * Must-Have Skills & Tools:
 + Languages: Python, javascript, SQL, REST API
 + OAUTH 2
 + Docker
 + Database: PostgreSQL (advanced - schema design, performance tuning, stored procedures)
 + Cloud: AWS - Kubernetes (EKS), Lambda
 + Tools: Jira, Bitbucket/GitHub, Slack/Teams
 * Good to Have Skills
 + Framework: Pyramid (Python web framework)
 + VsCode
 + Typescript
 + Snowflake
 + SQL Alchemy (ORM)
 + 6+ years of backend engineering experience, including 2+ years in a lead or tech lead role.
 + Strong understanding of SOLID principles, OOP, and clean architecture patterns.
 + Familiarity with OWASP security practices.
 + English proficiency., * Experience with clinical or healthcare data systems (HL7, FHIR, GxP, 21 CFR Part 11).
 * Knowledge of microservices and serverless architectural patterns.
 * Experience with Docker, container orchestration, and modern CI/CD tooling.
 * Proficiency with unit testing, integration testing, and TDD practices.

## Description

* Facilitate effective communication with client project stakeholders regarding project status and technical recommendations.
 * Lead the design and development of backend services and APIs using Python and the Pyramid framework on AWS.
 * Architect and manage PostgreSQL schemas, queries, and performance optimizations for clinical-grade data.
 * Build and maintain AWS infrastructure including Kubernetes (EKS), Lambda, API Gateway, and cloud-to-cloud integration patterns.
 * Define backend coding standards, API design patterns, security best practices, and testing strategies.
 * Mentor and guide backend engineers, driving engineering excellence across the team.
 * Engage in agile software development including stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and estimation.
 * Independently drive project delivery within defined architecture, demonstrating autonomy from conceptualization to deployment.