Senior Backend Engineer (Python/GenAI) (Latam)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Backend Engineer (Python/GenAI) in Latin America.As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and building the backend infrastructure that powers real-time AI-driven simulations. Working in a fast-paced, innovative environment, you will create scalable, low-latency services that support live, multi-user experiences, enabling AI models to operate seamlessly in production. You will collaborate closely with AI engineers, product teams, and cloud specialists to optimize systems for performance, reliability, and scalability. This is a hands-on, driver role where you will influence architecture, implement best practices, and contribute to multiple high-impact projects. Your work will directly impact the effectiveness of AI solutions used across education, healthcare, and business sectors throughout Latin America.Accountabilities:Develop and maintain backend services in Python to support real-time AI and multi-user simulationsImplement low-latency communication systems using LiveKit, WebRTC, and WebSocketsBuild scalable infrastructure for deploying, monitoring, and maintaining AI features in productionCollaborate with AI teams to integrate models into live environments effectively and reliablyUtilize AWS services (EC2, Lambda) and Kubernetes for orchestration, deployment, and scalingDesign tools and pipelines that improve efficiency and unblock AI and engineering teamsOptimize system performance, logging, and debugging across production environmentsTake ownership of architecture, processes, and solutions, contributing ideas and driving improvements across projectsRequirements5+ years of professional experience in backend or full-stack software engineering, with strong Python expertiseExperience building real-time systems and low-latency AI interactions (LiveKit, WebRTC, or similar)Proven ability to scale backend services in distributed, production-grade environmentsStrong knowledge of AWS services and Kubernetes for cloud-native orchestrationProficiency with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and production debugging and performance optimizationFamiliarity with AI integration frameworks such as LangChain, LangFuse, Ray, or LLMOps toolingExcellent problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skillsNice-to-have: experience with event-driven architectures, FastAPI, asyncio, or human-in-the-loop AI integrationsBenefitsFully remote position across Latin America, offering flexibility and autonomyCompetitive salary aligned with experience and regional standardsOpportunity to work on cutting-edge AI/GenAI backend infrastructure in production environmentsProfessional growth through exposure to real-time systems, cloud technologies, and AI integrationCollaborative, innovative, and fast-paced work environmentDirect impact on high-visibility projects used by global clients in education, healthcare, and business sectorsJobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.📊 It compares your profile to the job's core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the three candidates with the highest match to the role.🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.Thank you for your interest!