Back End Developer (Python/AWS)
GlueX Protocol
Who We Are
GlueX Protocol is a pioneering software provider powering decentralized applications (dApps) across major EVM-based blockchains like Ethereum, Arbitrum, and Base. We build mission-critical infrastructure for top DeFi protocols with over $10B+ in settled transactions. Our team solves complex challenges in blockchain scalability, intent-based systems, and real-time liquidity routing.
Learn more about our work on our https://x.com/GluexProtocol
What You Will Do- Design, build, and optimize Python-based microservices (Flask/Quart) for high-throughput financial systems
- Architect and deploy cloud infrastructure on AWS (API Gateway, Lambda, EC2, DynamoDB, RDS)
- Implement containerized solutions using Docker/Kubernetes
- Develop CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code practices
- Create monitoring systems with CloudWatch and implement auto-scaling solutions
- Collaborate on blockchain integration layers (no prior Web3 experience required)
- Optimize performance across distributed systems handling 100K+ RPM
Must-Have:
- 3+ years backend development with Python (typing, async, best practices)
- Experience with Python web frameworks (Flask, Quart, FastAPI)
- Proficiency in AWS ecosystem: DynamoDB, Lambda, EC2, CloudWatch, RDS
- Containerization expertise (Docker/Kubernetes)
- Strong understanding of REST API design and database optimization
- Ability to architect fault-tolerant distributed systems
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform/CDK)
- Knowledge of WebSockets or real-time data pipelines
- Background in financial systems or high-frequency applications
Impact: Build infrastructure powering the next generation of DeFi
Tech Challenge: Solve unique distributed systems problems at scale
Growth: Learn blockchain integration from industry experts
Team: Work with battle-tested engineers (ex-Alameda, Jump, Uniswap)
Benefits:
- 💰 Competitive salary + equity
- 🌎 Fully remote with flexible hours
Send your CV and GitHub/Coding samples to hr@gluex.xyz with subject:
"Back End Engineer - [Your Name] - Python/AWS"
*Include 1-2 sentences about the most complex system you've optimized.*