Senior backend engineer

Job Overview

About the role

We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our team on a full-time, remote basis from India. You'll take ownership of backend systems and architecture, working primarily with Python and Django to build scalable, reliable services. This is an opportunity to grow as a technical leader while contributing to meaningful product development.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Python and Django
• Architect scalable solutions that handle growing user demands and data volumes
• Write clean, well-tested code and conduct code reviews to maintain high standards
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver features
• Troubleshoot production issues and optimize system performance
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing
• Participate in technical discussions and help shape engineering best practices

What we're looking for

• 4+ years of professional backend engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in Python and Django
• Solid understanding of database design, APIs, and system architecture
• Experience with version control, testing frameworks, and CI/CD practices
• Ability to write maintainable code and think about long-term scalability
• Strong communication skills and comfort working in a remote environment
• Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn new technologies