Python Engineer (Barcelona)

OverviewAgileEngine is a leading software development company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned multiple Best Place to Work awards.Why join us : If you’re looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we’d love to meet youAbout the roleThis role offers the chance to lead backend development and shape a next-generation AI-powered platform. You’ll build scalable Python systems, contribute across the stack, and collaborate directly with product and leadership to turn complex business needs into impactful technical solutions. Working in a fast-paced, experiment-driven environment, you’ll prototype, iterate, and take ownership of features that deliver real user value. With a culture that values speed, independence, and collaboration, this role lets you make significant technical and product impact while growing as a senior engineer.What you will do- Lead backend development: design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems in Python;- Contribute across the stack: while backend is the main focus, be open to occasional frontend contributions (Vue.js, React, etc.) when needed;- Collaborate with product & CEO: work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs and turn them into technical solutions;- Prototype quickly & iterate: deliver functional, scrappy prototypes for fast learning and adjust based on feedback;- Work with production feedback: build features that can be tested with real users, monitor performance, and iterate rapidly;- Take ownership: make sound engineering decisions independently,ensuring alignment with product goals;- Support a culture of speed and experimentation: balance technical quality with business value, optimizing for learning and time-to-market.MUST HAVES- Proven experience of 4+ years as a Senior Python back-end engineer ;- A strong product-focused mindset and genuine interest in solving user and business problems, not just delivering code;- A proactive nature, with a habit of asking questions and seeking to understand the bigger picture;- Ability to think quickly, make strong engineering decisions, and adapt to changing requirements;- Independence, ownership, and comfort working with minimal supervision;- Must be based in Europe time zones (GMT+0 to GMT+5);- Upper-Intermediate English level.NICE TO HAVES- Experience with Python web frameworks like Django or FastAPI;- Experience in an early-stage startup environment;- Experience with building with LLMs or building agentic AI systems;- Front-end experience with frameworks like Vue.js or React;- Leadership experience.PERKS AND BENEFITS- Professional growth: Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.- Competitive compensation: We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.- A selection of exciting projects: Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.- Flextime: Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office - whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.? Python Engineer (Barcelona)? AgileEngine? Barcelona

Proven experience of 4+ years as a Senior Python back-end engineer ;

• A strong product-focused mindset and genuine interest in solving user and business problems, not just delivering code;
• A proactive nature, with a habit of asking questions and seeking to understand the bigger picture;
• Ability to think quickly, make strong engineering decisions, and adapt to changing requirements;
• Independence, ownership, and comfort working with minimal supervision;
• Must be based in Europe time zones (GMT+0 to GMT+5);
• Upper-Intermediate English level.

NICE TO HAVES

• Experience with Python web frameworks like Django or FastAPI;
• Experience in an early-stage startup environment;
• Experience with building with LLMs or building agentic AI systems;
• Front-end experience with frameworks like Vue.js or React;
• Leadership experience.

Competitive compensation: We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.

• A selection of exciting projects: Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.
• Flextime: Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office - whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.

AgileEngine is a leading software development company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned multiple Best Place to Work awards.

Why join us : If you’re looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we’d love to meet you