Senior Backend Engineer

Recruiting from Scratch
San Francisco, United States of America
6 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 210K

Job location

Remote
San Francisco, United States of America

Tech stack

Cloud Computing
Data Retrieval
Distributed Systems
Django
Python
Enterprise Software Applications
Reliability of Systems
Backend
Kubernetes
Deployment Automation
GraphQL
Terraform

Job description

  • Design and implement robust backend systems using Python and Django to support scalable applications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and high performance of distributed systems.
  • Own the architecture and scaling challenges of large-scale applications deployed on GCP.
  • Develop and maintain GraphQL APIs to enhance data retrieval and efficiency.
  • Utilize Kubernetes and Terraform for infrastructure management and deployment automation.
  • Lead technical discussions and provide mentorship to junior engineers within the team.
  • Drive initiatives that deliver measurable outcomes in performance and system reliability.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as a backend engineer with a strong focus on Python and Django.
  • Proven track record of scaling large distributed systems in a production environment.
  • Experience with GCP or similar cloud platforms, showcasing a solid understanding of cloud infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated ability to design and implement secure, scalable systems with measurable commercial impact.

Preferred

  • Familiarity with GraphQL, Kubernetes, and Terraform to enhance system capabilities.
  • Experience in fast-growing B2B enterprise SaaS companies, particularly within the cybersecurity or infrastructure sectors.

Benefits & conditions

The base salary for this role ranges from $175K to $220K, complemented by a competitive equity package. Our client also offers visa sponsorship, making this an excellent opportunity for talented engineers looking to make a significant impact in a remote-first environment., + $185,000-250,000 per year Join a high-growth profitable AI startup transforming a deeply broken system with agentic driven software, building products that directly impact the lives and careers of top globa…

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About the company

We're representing a dynamic cybersecurity startup that is transforming how companies secure access to their networks and technical infrastructure. With a strong focus on innovation and a commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions, our client is positioned for significant growth in the software development space., © 2026 Careerjet All rights reserved

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