Backend API Developer (Contractor)

Chicago, IL / United States

Contractor Roles – Contractor /

Contractor (C2C) /

Remote

Wavicle Data Solutions seeks a Backend API Developer.

Seeking experience with multiple Azure projects including CosmosDB or other noSQL Database.
Databricks-SparkSQL
Apollo/GraphQL
Design, implement, and maintain robust GraphQL APIs using the Apollo framework to ensure efficient data retrieval and manipulation.
Design and optimize database schemas and domains using Cosmos DB and other NoSQL technologies to support scalable and high-performance applications.
Build and maintain ETL pipelines using Databricks and Spark SQL to process and transform large datasets efficiently.
Deploy, monitor, and manage applications on Azure cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance.
Collaborate with the development team using Git for version control, including managing branches, reviewing and merging pull requests, and maintaining code quality.

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or relevant degree is required.
Proven experience as a Data engineer, software engineer, or similar role.
5+ years building services or applications using Python leveraging different libraries.
5+ years of experience with Cloud platforms (Azure preferred), and Python programming and frameworks.
Proven experience with Azure cloud technologies including Azure Data factory, Service Bus, and Azure Functions.
3+ experience building CI/CD pipeline using Azure DevOps.
Familiarity with Azure Bicep and Azure Cosmos DB.
Proficient in Javascript/ Typescript and NodeJS for backend development.
Strong understanding of application architecture and design principles.
Experience in database design.
Familiarity with ETL pipeline design and implementation.
Solid understanding of Git repositories, branch management and pull request work flows.
Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgement.
Candidates can reside anywhere in the U.S. and work remotely; however, must be flexible to travel up to 25% to client location if needed.

$60 - $75 an hour

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