Senior Backend Engineer - Python/Django

About the role :

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for working with cross-functional teams including product owners, designers, and quality assurance engineers to conceptualize, develop, and deploy software features that meet customer needs.

What you'll do :

- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Python and Django.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, product managers, and other engineers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.

- Work closely with Customer Support and QA teams to investigate and resolve customer-reported incidents, bugs, and requests in a timely and professional manner.

- Utilize AI tools (e.g., code assistants, automated testing, log analyzers) to streamline development tasks and routine operations.

- Demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills, participating actively in team discussions, planning sessions, and retrospectives.

- Architect and implement new features and services that meet business requirements.

- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code adhering to best practices and industry standards.

- Lead code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior developers to enhance the teams capabilities.

- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve performance bottlenecks and other backend issues.

- Stay current with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices, particularly in Python and Django.

- Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability while ensuring security and data protection standards.

- Contribute to the improvement of the development process, including continuous integration and deployment strategies.

Qualifications :

- 5+ years of professional experience in backend development, with a strong emphasis on Python and Django.

- Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and other OOP principles such as SOLID and GRASP.

- Experience with RESTful APIs, API-first approach, and microservices architecture.

- Proficient in working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar.

- Experience with asynchronous programming and related frameworks like Celery.

- Proficient with version control systems, particularly Git.

- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their services.

- Experience using AI assistants in the development workflow (e.g., Copilot, Cursor).

- Proven ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

- Great communication skills, in English, both written and verbal.

Benefits :

- Unlimited Annual Leave: We prioritize your well-being and trust you to manage your time.

- Flexible Working: Whether from home, a coffee shop, or our global hubs, work where you're most comfortable.

- Project Ownership: You get to lead the initiatives you're passionate about, professionally or socially.

- Grow with us: We're invested in your personal and professional development.

- Global, diverse, and innovative team: Be part of a welcoming community from 30+ countries, where unique perspectives drive innovation.