Principal Backend & Data Engineer

Expert backend developer specializing in data engineering, mission-critical, low-latency, and highly available systems, with strong AWS expertise (certified). Proficient in a wide range of technologies including Python, C/C#/C++, Go, SQL/NoSQL databases, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, and Spark. Adaptable to greenfield or legacy projects and a quick learner. Seeks long-term contract work, but open to smaller projects and W2 employment. Comfortable with AI initiatives.