Backend Engineer (Python) Location: Spain (Remote)
Type: Full-time
About TEKsystems Global Services
TEKsystems Global Services partners with organisations to deliver technology solutions that drive real business outcomes. We're looking for a Lead FullStack Engineer who's comfortable working at both a technical and team level. You'll be building and running backend services, contributing to architecture, and supporting the development of other engineers. Designing, building, and maintaining backend services in Python
Managing and optimising PostgreSQL databases
Deploying and running services in Docker and Kubernetes
Ensuring systems are production-ready with monitoring and alerting in place
Supporting and mentoring junior engineer
Using AI tools in your day-to-day development work to improve quality and efficiency
6+ years in backend engineering roles
~ Strong Python capability and solid understanding of OOP
~ Proven work with PostgreSQL, REST APIs, and backend system design
~ Hands-on work with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines
~ Familiarity with testing, monitoring, and running production systems
~ Knowledge of React or JavaScript
Familiarity with Datadog, Prometheus, or Grafana
Python, Backend Development, Docker, Kubernetes, AI, CI/CD, PostgreSQL, Leadership, Mentorship, JavaScript, React, Grafana