Senior Python Backend Engineer (AWS, Client-Facing)
Organization: Workana
Location: Brazil
About the RoleWe’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer to help design, build, and scale backend services that power our core products and support client-facing consulting engagements. This role blends strong technical execution with the ability to collaborate directly with clients to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.What You’ll DoDesign, build, and maintain scalable RESTful APIsDevelop backend services using Python (Flask, FastAPI, Django, or similar)Deploy, operate, and monitor services running on AWSDesign and work with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (DynamoDB)Work directly with consulting clients to understand technical requirements, clarify use cases, and support implementationTranslate client needs into technical designs and production-ready solutionsWrite clean, maintainable, well-tested code following modern engineering best practicesCollaborate asynchronously with internal teams in a remote environmentParticipate in code reviews and contribute to technical design decisions 3+ years of professional experience as a Software Engineer (or equivalent hands-on project experience)Strong experience building and consuming REST APIsProficiency in Python and backend frameworks (Flask, FastAPI, Django, etc.)Experience deploying and running production services on AWSWorking knowledge of SQL and/or NoSQL databasesComfort with Git-based workflows (PRs, code reviews, CI/CD)Strong English communication skillsAbility to communicate clearly with non-technical stakeholders and clientsAbility to work independently, manage time effectively, and thrive in a fully remote environmentNice to HavePrior experience in consulting or client-facing engineering roleExperience translating ambiguous requirements into technical solutionsFamiliarity with infrastructure-as-code or CI/CD pipelinesExperience working on distributed or data-heavy systems Fully remote, contractor-friendly engagementHigh ownership: you’ll design and ship production-grade backend services end-to-endModern backend stack (Python + REST APIs) with strong engineering standards (testing, code reviews, CI/CD)