Backend Software Engineer

Compensation: 30.0% – 30.0%

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications and services
• Build and integrate REST APIs and third-party services
• Design and work with relational and/or NoSQL databases
• Develop scalable, maintainable, and well-structured backend code
• Troubleshoot production issues and improve system reliability
• Work with cloud infrastructure and containerized applications
• Collaborate with frontend developers, engineers, and other technical team members
• Participate in technical discussions, project planning, and client communication
• Clearly explain technical decisions, issues, and progress in English

Technical Skills

We are primarily interested in strong backend engineering fundamentals. Experience with some of the following is preferred:

• Backend: Python, Node.js / TypeScript, Java, Go, C# or similar
• Frameworks: FastAPI, Django, Flask, NestJS, Express, Spring Boot, ASP.NET Core or equivalent
• Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, Redis
• APIs: REST, Webhooks, third-party integrations, authentication and authorization
• Cloud: AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• DevOps: Docker, CI/CD, Linux, Git
• Architecture: Microservices, distributed systems, background jobs, queues, caching
• Experience with AI/LLM integrations, automation, data pipelines, or cloud infrastructure is a plus

Communication Requirements

Professional English speaking and communication skills are required.

You should be comfortable:

• Speaking directly with international clients and team members
• Participating in technical meetings and interviews
• Explaining technical concepts clearly
• Asking questions and clarifying requirements
• Providing concise progress updates
• Communicating professionally through video calls, voice calls, chat, and email

Strong technical skills are important, but this role requires someone who can also represent TerraSpanWorks professionally in client-facing conversations.

What We're Looking For

• Professional backend software development experience
• Strong understanding of APIs, databases, and backend architecture
• Comfortable working in a remote, distributed environment
• Reliable communication and ownership of assigned work
• Ability to adapt to different technologies and project requirements
• Strong professional spoken and written English

Nice to Have

• Full-stack development experience
• AI / LLM application development
• Workflow automation
• DevOps or cloud infrastructure experience
• Data engineering experience
• Experience working directly with U.S. or international clients
• Experience in consulting, agency, or project-based environments