Senior Backend Developer
Freelance Latin America
Posted: February 5, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a senior backend developer with strong database expertise and experience with Django and PostgreSQL to design, optimize, and maintain scalable backend systems.
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer to support a U.S.-based organization in building, maintaining, and optimizing scalable backend systems. This role is ideal for someone with strong database expertise, solid backend frameworks experience, and a proactive mindset focused on performance, security, and reliability.
Duties / Tasks to perform
• Design, optimize, and maintain relational database structures, including indexing and query performance tuning
• Develop and maintain backend services using Python and Django / Django REST Framework
• Work with PostgreSQL databases to ensure data integrity and scalability
• Implement logging and monitoring solutions using the ELK stack
• Support containerized environments using Docker
• Collaborate on cloud-based infrastructure with AWS (general working knowledge required)
• Apply encryption and authentication best practices to ensure application security
• Support asynchronous processing and background tasks (Redis, Celery – plus)
• Contribute to real-time features using WebSockets (nice to have)
Requirements:
• Strong experience with SQL and relational database design
• Advanced proficiency in Python
• Hands-on experience with Django and Django REST Framework
• Solid understanding of PostgreSQL
• Experience with logging and monitoring tools (ELK stack)
• Working knowledge of Docker-based environments
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure concepts (AWS)
• Knowledge of encryption, authentication, and security best practices
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Professional proficiency in English; Spanish is a plus
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM (GMT -5, Eastern Time – US & Canada)
Benefits:
• Competitive pay in US Dollars.
• You'll get to work with some amazing, respected business professionals.
• We really value and encourage input from our team members.
• We offer different payment methods (Zelle, Face Bank, Binance)
• You'll get paid every two weeks.
• Birthday and work anniversary celebrations.
• Alliances with many brands grant extra benefits to freelancers.
• Weekly recreation dynamics that foster a healthy work environment.
📌 Before You Apply, Please Read:
At Freelance Latin America, we’re excited to connect you with meaningful remote opportunities. However, we want to be clear:
⏰ These are professional roles with set schedules defined by the client.
Consistent availability is expected. You will have a set work schedule determined by the client, and you are expected to be present during those hours.
🤝 You will be part of the client’s team.
You’ll follow their company guidelines, communication practices, and workflows, ensuring seamless collaboration.
📈 KPIs and goals matter.
Your performance will be measured to ensure alignment with client expectations and project objectives.
🧑🏫 Training may be required.
You might need to complete training to fully understand your role, tools, and client processes.
🎯 Commitment and responsibility are essential.
We work with clients who rely on your dedication to deliver consistent, high-quality results. This is key to building trust and long-term partnerships.
🚀 Ready to grow your career with us?
Apply only if you are ready to commit, learn, and take ownership of your role.