Offer summary

Qualifications:

3+ years of Python backend development experience., Proven experience deploying and migrating applications to Kubernetes., Familiarity with AWS services such as EKS, ECS, Lambda, and RDS., Experience with messaging systems like Kafka or similar..

Key responsibilities:

Lead the migration of backend services to Kubernetes.

Develop and maintain backend systems using Python and AWS.

Design scalable, event-driven architectures for real-time data processing.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth deployment and operations.

Job description

The role is fully remote with the expectation to be available throughout US EST hours (6pm - 2am Pakistan time).

About the Role

We are working with a full-funded US startup that is hiring a Sr. Backend Engineer with strong Kubernetes experience to lead the migration of backend services to a containerized microservices architecture. You'll architect and implement scalable, event-driven systems that power real-time fleet control and analytics, while integrating tightly with their existing cloud infrastructure.

About the Company

The Company delivers a unified, brand-agnostic platform for deploying, controlling, and monitoring mobile robot fleets in manufacturing and logistics environments. They offer real-time performance insights and mission automation via a single dashboard, helping customers scale robotics operations efficiently and with zero downtime

Key Responsibilities

Lead the migration of backend services (Python AWS stack) to Kubernetes (EKS/GKE/AKS).
Develop and maintain robust backend systems using Python and AWS services.
Integrate with Kafka or similar messaging systems for real-time data pipelines.
Design scalable, event-driven architectures that support real-time robot telemetry and control.
Collaborate with DevOps, frontend, and product teams to ensure smooth deployment and operations.
Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines and IaC configurations.
Monitor and troubleshoot Kubernetes cluster performance and stability.

Required Skills

Python backend development (3+ years recommended)
Trusted experience deploying and migrating to Kubernetes
Familiarity with AWS (EKS, ECS, Lambda, RDS, etc.)
Experience with Kafka or similar message queues
Excellent communicationdaily interactions with US-based CTO, engineers
Must be available for ~4 hrs of EST overlap each day (9am5pm EST)
Remote-first mentality with proactive problem-solving

Preferred Qualifications

Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Helm, CloudFormation) for automated deployments
Docker & CI/CD best practices for container workflows
Real-time systems monitoring (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana)
Experience in robotics, industrial automation, or warehouse/logistics domains
Comfortable in agile, early-stage startup environments

Why Join?

Own and lead the cloud infrastructure migration to Kubernetes for a high-impact AI-driven logistics platform
Work hands-on with Python and AWS, building backend systems that power real-time operational intelligence
Partner directly with the founder and CTO in a fast-moving, technically ambitious environment
Shape backend and infrastructure decisions in a startup where your technical leadership will have visible product impact
Gain exposure to cutting-edge event-driven systems (Kafka) and scalable architecture patterns
Fully remote position but requires US EST availability (6pm - 2am Pakistan time)
Competitive monthly compensation of $3,500 to $4,500 USD based on experience

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