REMOTE- Sr. Backend Engineer (Python)
REMOTE- Sr. Backend Engineer (Python)
- Job Title: Sr. Backend Engineer (Python)
- Location: REMOTE
- Salary: $150,000 - 200,000 + Equity
- Requirements: Python with FastAPI framework, MongoDB for data storage, Google Cloud Platform, Docker, RESTful API, CI/CD, AI/ML services
Position Overview We are seeking a skilled Sr. Backend Engineer with expertise in Python to join our remote team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing robust backend systems, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable microservices and maintain our database systems, contributing to our agile development process. We are a new social media app backed by Silicon Valleys biggest VCs. Our app has been downloaded over 1 million times!
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Python.
- Implement RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
- Manage database systems, including SQL and NoSQL databases like MongoDB.
- Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
- Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning and code reviews.
- Utilize Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration of applications.
- Implement version control practices using GIT.
- Write and maintain unit tests to ensure code quality.
- Establish CI/CD pipelines to automate testing and deployment processes.
- Design software architecture that is scalable and efficient for cloud deployment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in backend development with Python.
- Strong experience with RESTful APIs and microservices.
- Proficiency in database management, both SQL and NoSQL (MongoDB preferred).
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and software development life cycle.
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for container management.
- Solid understanding of version control systems (GIT).
- Proficient in unit testing and CI/CD practices.
- Experience with cloud services, particularly Google Cloud and cloud storage solutions.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a remote environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Equity upside
- Individual Health Insurance
- Unlimited PTO
- Exciting start up culture
- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 06/12/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please contact a member of our Human Resources team to make arrangements. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job