Senior Backend Engineer - Python

Company: Lumenalta

Location: Tulsa, OK

Posted on: September 08

What Were Working On

At Lumenalta, we partner with global enterprises to build and scale high-impact digital products. Our engineering teams work on complex, production-grade systems that power real-world experiences for millions of users.

What Youll Do

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python, GraphQL, and AWS services
• Implement microservices that interact with distributed systems and cloud infrastructure
• Write robust, testable, and efficient code to support mission-critical features
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other backend engineers to deliver complete end-to-end solutions
• Develop and manage serverless applications using AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, and ECS
• Monitor system performance and help drive improvements in reliability and scalability
• Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and sprint planning
• Contribute to automation efforts across CI/CD, testing, and deployment

What Were Looking For

• 7+ years of backend development experience, with a strong focus on Python *Experience building and maintaining GraphQL APIs or RESTful services *Proven experience working with cloud infrastructure preferably AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, ECS, and S3 *Strong grasp of data modeling, system design, and distributed systems *Familiarity with CI/CD practices and cloud-native development *Experience writing unit, integration, and performance tests *A pragmatic problem-solver who can balance shipping with long-term scalability *Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote team

Salary

Salary range: $36,000 - $96,000 annually, with final compensation determined by your qualifications, expertise, experience, and the role's scope.

Location:

This is a fully remote position; however, candidates must be based in regions that align with the Pacific, Central, or Eastern U.S. time zones to ensure effective collaboration with client and team schedules.

Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a variety of benefits to support your professional and personal growth, including:

• Flexible working hours in a remote environment.
• Health insurance (medical and dental) for W2 Employees.
• 401K Contribution.
• A professional development fund to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• 15 days of paid time off annually.
• Access to soft-skill development courses to further your career.

Position Details

This is a full-time position requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

At Lumenalta, we are committed to creating an environment that prioritizes growth, work-life balance, and the diverse needs of our team members.

This is an evergreen opening with no set deadline; were always excited to connect with professionals who want to help us build the future