Remote - Experienced Python Developer Contractor

Job Description

Job Description

Stack Builders is a global software consultancy that partners with organizations to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure systems. We specialize in modernizing legacy platforms, building cloud-native solutions, and ensuring engineering excellence with strong coding practices, testing, and continuous delivery.

We are seeking an experienced contractor with deep expertise in Python to join us on client engagements focused on platform modernization, microservices, and cloud infrastructure.

Requirements

• (For U.S. applicants only): U.S. based individuals must legally provide independent contractor services through their own LLC, C-Corp, or S-Corp.
• 4+ years of professional experience with Python (Django, or Django Rest Framework preferred).
• Familiarity with cloud-native infrastructure (preferably Azure Kubernetes Service).
• Proven experience in microservices architecture and event-driven systems.
• Solid knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and secure coding practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with international teams and clients.

Nice to Have

• Strong experience with TypeScript and React for modern web applications.
• Experience with observability tools (ELK stack, Prometheus, etc.).

• Experience with data compliance standards (HIPAA, GDPR, or similar).

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement Python-based microservices and TypeScript/React frontends for large-scale platforms.
• Refactor and modernize legacy applications into scalable, maintainable, and secure systems.
• Contribute to architecture discussions: multi-tenancy, event-driven systems, CI/CD, and Kubernetes deployments.
• Ensure compliance and data security standards (HIPAA/GDPR) where required.
• Collaborate with a distributed, agile team delivering iterative value through MVPs and incremental demos.

• Write clean, testable, and maintainable code following best practices and code reviews.

Benefits

• 100% remote and flexible modality.
• A human-centered experience in a people-first company.
• Challenging, full-time, and long-term projects with globally admired companies.
• A strong learning culture and regular pairing sessions to build high-quality code while sharing knowledge.
• Opportunities for conference participation, OSS contributions, tutorials, blog posts, and technical talks.
• Exceptionally talented and passionate coworkers.
• Timely payments, with the flexibility to choose the payment date modality that best suits your needs.
• A Stack Builders community to support you and grow with you!

The projected salary range for this position is from $47 to $55/hr, determined by the candidate’s interview outcome, skills, experience, education, and alignment with market data.

Ready to become our next builder? We hope you’ll join us!

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