Back-End Architect

Our client is seeking a Backend Architect to help design, build, and evolve a highly scalable, distributed computing platform. This role will focus on architectural ownership, performance optimization, and hands-on development across critical backend systems. This is a fully remote position.

Backend Architect's Responsibilities and Duties:

• Architect, develop, and enhance a highly scalable distributed computing framework
• Own the design and implementation of key portions of the backend platform
• Lead architectural decisions to ensure scalability, reliability, and long-term maintainability
• Optimize performance across multiple system layers including services, APIs, and data processing components
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and infrastructure teams to translate business needs into technical solutions

Backend Architect's Qualifications and Skills:

• Strong experience designing and building scalable backend or distributed systems
• Proven ability to architect complex platforms and own systems end to end
• Deep understanding of performance optimization across backend services and infrastructure
• Experience working with cloud-based, distributed, or high-throughput systems
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on system efficiency and reliability
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams

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