Back-end Developer, Contractor (6-month)

We are looking for an experienced back-end developer. The core responsibilities of the position will center on design, development, implementation, and roll-out of our back-end code for all critical business applications. This position is hybrid, involving a combination of remote and on-site work.

 Responsibilities:

- Work across our back-end technology stack like Python, Flask, JavaScript, NodeJS, MySQL, DynamoDB, MongoDB.

- Support existing software and automate manual processes.

- Build data integrations with third-party APIs and our core systems.

- Build features that assist in migrating data from legacy systems.

- Collaborate with a team to define, design, and promote new features.

- Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of services.

- Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.

 Requirements:

- Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or equivalent.

- Minimum 5 years’ experience with AWS micro-services such as CDK, Lambda, IAM, DynamoDB, API Gateway, VPC, EC2, RDS, Code Pipeline.

- Proficiency in programming and automation scripting using one or more of the following languages: Python, JavaScript.

- Strong working knowledge of SQL and NoSQL database systems.

- Experience with source control tools such as GIT and GitHub Actions.

- Experience implementing and integrating with RESTful web services.

- Familiarity with one or more programming languages such as C++, C#, AngularJS.

- Deadline-oriented with the ability to effectively manage multiple work assignments.

- Excellent written and verbal communications skills, technical and otherwise.

 Preferred Qualifications:

- Knowledge of media and newsroom workflows.

- Experience with asynchronous programming and task scheduling.

Last updated on Jun 14, 2024