Senior Backend Engineer (Python)

Job Brief

The Backend Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining and supporting the backend of the product. This includes handling data storage, API routes, data modeling, and API development. The Backend Engineer will also be involved in coordinating with other teams to ensure that there are no conflicts between backend systems and third party applications.

Job Role

Write unit tests for new features developed by other engineers

Maintain the databases and services that power the backend of our product

Coordinate with other teams to ensure that there are no conflicts between backend systems and third party applications.

Maintain a high level of service by identifying potential performance bottlenecks before they happen.

Work closely with our product managers to determine what data is needed to build features or provide analytics on our users.

Assist with any tasks related to ensuring the integrity of our user data.

Requirements

6+ years of experience

Degree in computer science or computer engineering

Proficiency with python

Familiarity with database technology such as MySQL, Oracle, and MongoDB

Familiarity with containerization, in particular docker

Familiarity with orchestration and network technology, specifically Kubernetes

Solid understanding of operating system and networking concepts

Solid understanding of git tools ex: github

Solid understanding of software design concepts

Excellent verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and project management skills

Good problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Reports to: CTO