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On-Demand Group · 18 hours ago

Cloud Back-End Engineer

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$120K/yr - $135K/yr
date3+ years exp

On-Demand Group is seeking a Cloud Back-End Engineer to work on middle-tier services that connect front-end components to back-end data architectures. The role focuses on maintaining and improving existing systems, refactoring APIs, and supporting legacy applications while navigating various technical challenges.

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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Refactor and maintain APIs and middle-tier services for better scalability and performance
Support legacy applications while transitioning to next-generation cloud architectures
Develop and maintain GraphQL APIs connecting front-end components to back-end data sources
Independently assess code quality, identify technical debt, and recommend improvements
Work through CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) to deploy and maintain scalable code
Navigate varied technology challenges; comfortable diving into unfamiliar tech stacks

Qualification

AWS ExperienceBackend DevelopmentGraphQLSQLCI/CDAPI integration testingShell scriptingAgile methodologiesProficient with JIRACommunication skills

Required

AWS Experience: 3+ years hands-on AWS experience with Lambda, serverless platforms, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Serverless Framework, AWS SAM)
Deep understanding of AWS beyond just EC2/virtual machines; AWS-specific experience required
Data-First Mindset (Non-Negotiable): Strong SQL skills; write complex queries and joins without assistance
Experience with multiple database types beyond MS SQL (PostgreSQL, Redshift, Snowflake, DynamoDB)
Understanding of Star Schema databases and data warehousing concepts
Backend Development: 3+ years Node.js experience as primary back-end language
Understanding of ETL processes and middle-tier architecture
Experience designing web services/microservices/REST/GraphQL interfaces
Strong communication skills to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to break down complex requirements into supportable solutions
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Proficient with JIRA, GitHub, MS Visio, LucidCharts, and standard development tools

Preferred

GraphQL experience highly preferred (or ability to learn quickly)
Highly Preferred Jenkins experience (organization runs everything through Jenkins)
CI/CD deployment and test-driven development understanding
AWS AppSync experience
API integration testing (Postman, JMeter, Selenium, Playwright, Cypress)
Shell scripting (Bash, PowerShell)
Familiarity with Agile methodologies

Benefits

Healthcare
Dental
Vision insurance

Company

On-Demand Group

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Welcome to On-Demand Group. We’re a tech consulting and talent partner that’s built on one simple belief: keep it human.
dateFounded in 1995
location
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://www.ondemandgroup.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2012-05-21Acquired

Leadership Team

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Sean Manley
COO
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