Senior Python Developer / AWS / Fully-remote Los Angeles, California **Hybrid** Contract $80/hr - $90/hr **Job Description** This is a fully remote, long-term contract opportunity with a major global enterprise operating in the entertainment and media space. The company is known for its innovative tech stack, strong developer culture, and commitment to employee well-being. They’re currently seeking a Senior Python Backend Engineer to join their high-impact platform team working on scalable backend systems, APIs, and serverless cloud infrastructure. This is a rare opportunity to work behind-the-scenes on high-visibility projects that touch millions of users daily. The team is looking for an engineer who’s comfortable working independently in a cloud-native environment, but still thrives on cross-functional collaboration. Expect a fast-paced, music-infused, tech-forward culture where creativity and clean code are valued. You’ll also get access to cool perks, concert experiences, and a supportive culture that actually values work-life balance. **Contract Duration** : 6 months **Required Skills & Experience** · 5+ years of backend software development experience using Python · Experience with RESTful APIs and Microservices · Deep familiarity with AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, S3, RDS, SQS, etc.) · Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases · Experience designing and deploying serverless applications · Solid grasp of object-oriented and functional programming principles · Understanding of microservice architecture, event-driven design, and distributed systems **Desired Skills & Experience** · Experience with container platforms like Docker or Kubernetes · Comfort with architectural system design · Familiarity with message-based systems like Kinesis or Kafka · Excellent debugging, optimization, and system-level thinking · Exposure to high-traffic, low-latency application environments **What You Will Be Doing** **Tech Breakdown** · 80% Python + AWS backend development · 10% API and system architecture design · 10% Collaboration & code reviews **Daily Responsibilities** · 85% Hands-On Development · 5% Strategic Architecture · 10% Team Collaboration **You will receive the following benefits:** · Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance **Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.** **You will receive the following benefits:** + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits + Vision Benefits + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options + Paid Sick Time Leave + Legal and Identity Protection Plans + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit + 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. **Posted by:** Maddie Hausberg **Specialization:** + Software Engineering + Python