Senior Backend Engineer - Python

• 3+ years of backend development experience
• 1.5+ years of experience with Python (or NodeJS
• 6+ months of experience working with Object Oriented Languages like Java or C++
• 2+ years of experience with SQL Databases (MySQL or PostgreSQL)
• 1+ years of experience with ElasticSearch
• 1+ years of experience with unit testing and E2E frameworks
• Experience working closely with designers, product managers, and relevant engineering teams
• Security practices for backend development (e.g. OWASP Top 10)
• Fluent in English (since we run a distributed team across USA, Canada, and Pakistan)
• 1+ years of experience with Django (or Flask)
• Some experience with Celery (or equivalent)
• 1+ years of experience with NGINX (or Apache Server)
• 1+ year of experience working with Docker and Docker Compose
• Migrating backend frameworks for an application deployed in production
• Knowledge of Python and Django internals to tune code for high performance
• Working for a product first B2B SaaS company

• Technical development (should lead/own a few high stakes projects)
• Laying the groundwork/architecture for major projects
• Develop new features and resolving bugs
• Develop scalable and reusable components for future use
• Collaborate with frontend for API design
• Code review
• Help with technology migrations (Python and Django upgrades)
• Co-ordinate with other teams (especially frontend and design)
• Mentor younger engineers
• Improve the workflow for local development and testing
• Improve code quality, bugs/defect rate, testing practices, security practices
• Assist with designing and conducting engineering interviews

• Flexible schedule and working hours
• The opportunity to play an essential role in an early-stage startup on a high-growth trajectory
• Healthcare Coverage
• Transport Allowance
• International Yearly Retreats
• A team of hard-working, ambitious and caring individuals that will help you learn, grow and have a great experience
• A chance to make a difference in a high impact industry (education technology)

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