Backend Engineer (AWS Cloud-Native)

Latitude Inc. is an HR consulting firm specializing in tailored staffing solutions for various industries, dedicated to effective client engagement and employee success.

Latitude

Employee count: 11-50

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We are seeking an experienced Backend Engineer (Cloud-Native/AWS/Python/Kubernetes) for a 100% remote contract role (W2 or 1099) supporting a client based in Baltimore, MD. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain scalable backend services using modern cloud-native architectures on AWS. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, high-performance systems while contributing to the evolution of microservices, APIs, and cloud infrastructure that power mission-critical applications.

Skills & Qualifications

You thrive in an environment that offers you significant freedom to develop novel solutions but you also have a proven commitment to excellence. You may have experience with data processing workflows/pipelines, data archives, and working with cloud data storage management.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Software Engineering or a relevant field.
A minimum of 8 years working experience in an AWS Cloud environment.
Expertise in cloud-native application development, and cloud infrastructure management.
Expertise in containerization and Kubernetes (EKS) including strong debugging around Kubernetes.
In-depth knowledge of AWS services (EKS, EC2, Lambda, RDS, S3).
Strong experience of workflow managers (Airflow).
Strong experience with AWS and proficiency in Python, BASH, and IaC tools like Terraform.
Strong experience with relational and cloud-based databases.
Strong experience in building automation tools and CI/CD/CT pipelines using platforms like Ansible, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and CodePipeline.

Key Responsibilities

Optimize a scalable, reliable, and secure AWS native cloud system
Refine infrastructure configuration as IaC using Terraform
Produce and capture operational metrics from logs, API’s, and various cloud sources
Refine CI/CD/CT pipelines to build, deploy, and test native cloud application code

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About the job

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Mar 08, 2026

Posted on

Jan 07, 2026

Job type

Contractor

Experience level

Mid-level

Location requirements

United States

Hiring timezones

United States +/- 0 hours

About Latitude

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Latitude Inc. is a small business HR consulting firm based in Hanover, MD, providing professional staffing solutions and government services. With more than 35 years of experience in the consulting realm, Latitude's management team has effectively navigated the complexities of staffing in various industries such as Information Technology, Engineering, Bioscience, Accounting and Finance. Our firm has established a reputation for customizing services to match the particular needs of our clients, whether they are private corporations or government entities.

Our primary services include staffing solutions that involve consulting, contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placement services. We have successfully supplied a range of skilled professionals to fulfill the requirements of both the public and private sectors. One of the cornerstones of Latitude's operation is our commitment to individualized recruiting and reference checking, ensuring that we only provide the highest-quality candidates. Whether aiding in a temporary role or fulfilling a permanent position, Latitude aims to deliver exceptional service that meets both client and employee needs, which ultimately leads to sustainable career development and organizational success.