Backend Engineer (Python / FastAPI) | Remote

Crossing Hurdles is hiring a Fullstack Developer (Python/React) for a remote position. The role involves building scalable backend APIs, developing frontend applications, and integrating AI-driven workflows.

• Build and maintain scalable backend APIs using Python and frameworks such as FastAPI.
• Develop frontend applications using React, Next.js, and TypeScript.
• Integrate LLMs and AI-driven workflows into production systems.
• Implement backend optimizations, including concurrency patterns and performance improvements.
• Write and optimize SQL queries and contribute to data modeling.
• Improve platform scalability, reliability, and performance across the full stack.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues to ensure stability.
• Write clean, modular, and maintainable code following best engineering practices.
• Collaborate closely with a senior remote team to deliver high-quality features efficiently.

• Strong experience building frontend applications using React (Next.js and TypeScript preferred).
• Proficiency in Python for backend development (FastAPI or similar frameworks).
• Solid understanding of asynchronous programming and performance optimization.
• Experience writing and debugging SQL queries.
• Familiarity with APIs and service-oriented architectures.
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS.
• Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication.
• Ownership mindset with ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.