Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js, AWS) | $30-$80/hr Remote
Overview
This role is perfect for a seasoned backend engineer who wants to apply their Node.js and AWS expertise to shape next-generation AI systems. You'll lead the design of scalable backend services, architect microservices, and integrate AI capabilities — no prior AI experience needed, just your solid engineering background. As a remote contractor, you'll own your work and collaborate with a distributed team to build high-quality, production-grade solutions.
What You'll Do6
- 1Take the lead on designing, developing, and optimizing backend services using Node.js and AWS, ensuring they are robust and efficient.
- 2Architect and implement microservices-based systems that scale reliably across distributed environments.
- 3Embed Artificial Intelligence features into backend workflows to improve product functionality and user experience.
- 4Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure backend solutions align with product goals and technical specs.
- 5Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code that follows industry best practices.
- 6Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend issues to keep system availability high.
Requirements7
- 1Expert-level proficiency in Node.js, with a proven track record of shipping production-grade backend systems.
- 2Deep knowledge of AWS services for deploying, scaling, and monitoring applications.
- 3Strong experience designing and implementing microservices architectures.
- 4Solid understanding of integrating Artificial Intelligence into backend systems.
- 5Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative approach to solving problems.
- 6Proven ability to work independently and take full ownership in a remote, distributed team setting.
- 7Experience with version control systems and CI/CD pipelines.
Who Should Apply
You're a backend specialist who loves building with Node.js and AWS, enjoys architecting microservices, and is curious about how your work can directly train AI models. You thrive working autonomously in a remote environment, communicate clearly, and take pride in writing clean, scalable code. If you have a knack for solving tough infrastructure problems and want your domain expertise to make a real impact on AI, this is the role for you.
Salary Insight
The role offers a pay range of $30–$80 per hour, depending on experience and skill level.
Required Skills
Application Tip
In your cover letter, highlight a specific project where you designed and deployed a Node.js backend on AWS using microservices — describe the scalability challenges you solved and how you ensured high availability.
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