Senior Backend Engineer (Remote) - Python/Django, AWS

Oliver Bernard; Remote; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading PropTech company in the UK is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for a remote role. This position requires strong expertise in Python and Django, along with experience in designing and maintaining APIs and microservices. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in Backend Engineering and a solid understanding of data structures and algorithms. The role involves mentoring junior engineers and participating in code reviews to ensure engineering excellence. Competitive salary of £70K offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Backend Engineering.
• Strong Python and Django experience.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain APIs, microservices, and data pipelines.
• Write clean, testable, maintainable code following best design patterns.
• Optimise databases and craft complex SQL queries.
• Improve system performance across APIs and backend workflows.
• Participate in code reviews and drive engineering excellence.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team growth.

Skills

Backend Engineering

Python

Django

SQL optimisation

Microservices architecture

Communication skills

Job description

A leading PropTech company in the UK is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for a remote role. This position requires strong expertise in Python and Django, along with experience in designing and maintaining APIs and microservices. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in Backend Engineering and a solid understanding of data structures and algorithms. The role involves mentoring junior engineers and participating in code reviews to ensure engineering excellence. Competitive salary of £70K offered.