**About Distillery** Distillery accelerates innovation through an unyielding approach to nearshore software development. The world’s most innovative technology teams choose Distillery to help accelerate strategic innovation, fill a pressing technology gap, and hit mission\-critical deadlines. We support essential applications, mobile apps, websites, and eCommerce platforms by placing senior, strategic technical leaders and deploying fully managed technology teams that work intimately alongside our client’s in\-house development teams. At Distillery, we’re not here to reinvent nearshore software development — we’re on a mission to perfect it. Distillery is committed to diversity and inclusion. We actively seek to cultivate a workforce that reflects the rich tapestry of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences present in our society. Our recruitment efforts are dedicated to promoting equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other dimension of diversity. **About the Position** We’re looking for a **Backend Engineer (TypeScript / AWS)** to join an AI\-driven EdTech platform transforming the way students and publishers interact with digital courseware. You’ll work directly with the **CTO**, contributing to the design, development, and scaling of core backend systems that power the platform. This is a hands\-on role with real ownership — you’ll help build new features, improve system performance, and ensure a seamless, scalable experience as the product continues to grow. **Responsibilities** * Build and maintain backend services and APIs in collaboration with the CTO. * Design and implement scalable, high\-performance features. * Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices. * Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve tickets quickly and effectively. * Manage deployments and contribute to infrastructure reliability. * Support and enhance **CI/CD pipelines** and backend automation. * Collaborate with cross\-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. * Participate in design reviews and contribute to product and architecture discussions. **Requirements** * **2–5 years** of professional experience in backend development. * Bachelor’s degree in **Computer Science** or a related field. * Strong proficiency in **TypeScript** and **AWS Lambda**. * Hands\-on experience with **AWS RDS** and backend caching architecture. * Solid understanding of **AWS infrastructure and deployment workflows**. * Strong debugging and problem\-solving skills. * Excellent communication and documentation skills. * Proactive and self\-driven, with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a remote team environment. **Nice To Have** * Experience with **GraphQL** or other modern API frameworks. * Familiarity with **serverless architecture patterns** and **microservices**. * Exposure to **AI/ML\-based systems** or interest in working with AI\-driven platforms. * Understanding of **CI/CD tools** such as GitHub Actions or Jenkins. **Why You'll Like Working Here** Join a global team committed to Distillery's core values: **Unyielding Commitment**, **Relentless Pursuit**, **Courageous Ambition**, and **Authentic Connection**.* **100% Remote Work:** Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere while collaborating with a diverse, multinational team. * **Competitive Compensation:** Generous and competitive package in USD, along with a comprehensive benefits plan. * **Flexible Hours:** Create a schedule that aligns with your life and priorities. * **Home Office Setup:** Receive all the hardware and software needed to succeed from home. * **Innovative Workplace:** Collaborate with the global Top 1% of talent in a multicultural and dynamic environment. * **Focus on Growth:** Pursue professional and personal development while contributing your unique talents to a team where you can truly shine!