3Pillar - Technical Lead, Python Backend Engineer
Requirements
• Experience/expertise in the following areas specified below: • Design and implement scalable backend services and APIs using Python • Architect PostgreSQL databases with strong skills in schema design, query optimization, and data integrity • Utilize AWS services: Kubernetes (EKS), Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, S3, IAM, and cloud-to-cloud integrations • Mentor engineers, conduct code reviews, and enforce engineering standards across the team • Deliver production systems with high reliability, observability, and security • Languages: Python, javascript, SQL, REST API • Database: PostgreSQL (advanced — schema design, performance tuning, stored procedures) • Cloud: AWS – Kubernetes (EKS), Lambda • Tools: Jira, Bitbucket/GitHub, Slack/Teams • Framework: Pyramid (Python web framework) • SQL Alchemy (ORM) • 6+ years of backend engineering experience, including 2+ years in a lead or tech lead role. • Strong understanding of SOLID principles, OOP, and clean architecture patterns. • Familiarity with OWASP security practices. • English proficiency. • Experience with clinical or healthcare data systems (HL7, FHIR, GxP, 21 CFR Part 11). • Knowledge of microservices and serverless architectural patterns. • Experience with Docker, container orchestration, and modern CI/CD tooling. • Proficiency with unit testing, integration testing, and TDD practices. • What is it like working for 3Pillar Global? • At 3Pillar, we offer a world of opportunity: • Imagine a flexible work environment – whether it’s the office, your home, or a blend of both. From interviews to onboarding, we embody a remote-first approach. • You will be part of a global team, learning from top talent around the world and across cultures, speaking English everyday. • We’re big on your well-being – as a company, we spend a whole trimester in our annual cycle focused on wellbeing. Whether it is taking advantage of fitness offerings, mental health plans (country-dependent), or simply leveraging generous time off, we want all of our team members operating at their best. • Our professional services model enables us to accelerate career growth and development opportunities – across projects, offerings, and industries.
Responsibilities
• Facilitate effective communication with client project stakeholders regarding project status and technical recommendations. • Lead the design and development of backend services and APIs using Python and the Pyramid framework on AWS. • Architect and manage PostgreSQL schemas, queries, and performance optimizations for clinical-grade data. • Build and maintain AWS infrastructure including Kubernetes (EKS), Lambda, API Gateway, and cloud-to-cloud integration patterns. • Define backend coding standards, API design patterns, security best practices, and testing strategies. • Mentor and guide backend engineers, driving engineering excellence across the team. • Engage in agile software development including stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and estimation. • Independently drive project delivery within defined architecture, demonstrating autonomy from conceptualization to deployment.
Benefits
• Medical Insurance benefits as per company policy. • Dental insurance as per company policy. • Vision insurance as per company policy. • Employer paid Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance • Paid parental leave • Flexible work policy • 12 Paid Holidays • $85 - $95 an hour • We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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