Back End Web Developer & Solutions Support Specialist (Remote Contractor

We are seeking a Contract Back End Web Developer & Solutions Support Specialist with deep expertise in backend systems, API design, and modern cloud infrastructure. You’ll build and maintain robust applications, architect scalable data workflows, and contribute to AI-driven solutions. This role is ideal for a backend-focused developer who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys solving complex technical challenges.

While this position emphasizes backend development and DevOps, familiarity with front-end technologies is a plus.

Must-Have Skills

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
  
  
• Strong proficiency in Python (FastAPI, LangChain, LangGraph).
  
  
• API design and middleware development experience.
  
  
• Foundational knowledge of Node.js for supporting backend services.
  
  
• Cloud experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP); familiarity with AWS is a plus.
  
  
• Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration.
  
  
• Git version control, GitHub Actions, and experience with CI/CD pipelines.
  
  
• Familiarity with vector databases and AI model integration workflows.
  
  

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Front-end experience: React, TypeScript, Next.js, WordPress, HubSpot CMS.
  
  
• Familiarity with PHP and Laravel for legacy support.
  
  
• Exposure to marketing technology platforms (HubSpot, Shopify, WooCommerce).
  
  
• Technical SEO implementation knowledge.
• Agile workflow experience (Asana, JIRA).
  
  

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful and event-driven APIs.
  
  
• Build middleware services to support data migrations, third-party integrations, and automation workflows.
  
  
• Implement API connections with external services including vector databases, LLM APIs, and productivity platforms (Google Workspace, Asana, Harvest).
  
  

• Integrate AI tooling into applications using Python (LangChain, LangGraph, FastAPI).
  
  
• Work with vector databases and Model Context Protocol (MCPs) to enable retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and advanced automation.
  
  
• Support the design and transformation of data pipelines (BigQuery and related systems) for analytics and AI readiness.
  
  

• Deploy, monitor, and manage applications in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and containerized environments.
  
  
• Configure and maintain Docker images and Kubernetes clusters for scalable deployments.
  
  
• Set up and manage CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and other automation tools.
  
  
• Provide support for infrastructure operations such as DNS, CDN, and environment migrations.
  
  
• Apply version control best practices with Git, ensuring smooth team collaboration.
  
  

• Partner with cross-functional teams (SEO, analytics, marketing, design) to translate requirements into technical solutions.
  
  
• Participate in code reviews, ensure high-quality deliverables, and support best practices across development.
  
  
• Assist in implementing workflow automations and integrations in project management platforms.