Senior Python Developer

Neostella; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Neostella is seeking a Senior Python Developer to lead backend design, development, and delivery of scalable services in Cebu City. You will mentor engineers, enforce best practices, and own complex features from concept through release.

The role focuses on Python-based APIs, AWS integrations, and maintaining high-quality code across projects. You will collaborate with Technical Leads and product teams to ensure reliable, scalable systems while advancing architecture and development processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software development experience.
• Proficiency in Python and backend API development.
• Experience building REST APIs; SOAP familiarity is a plus.
• Strong OOP principles and clean code practices.
• Experience with AWS services (Lambda, Step Functions, API Gateway, SQS).
• English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead backend development of scalable features.
• Mentor junior developers and enforce SDLC standards.
• Design APIs and build integrations using Python and AWS.
• Perform code reviews and improve development processes.
• Collaborate with product, tech leads, and stakeholders.
• Ensure release-ready features on time.

Skills

Python

API design

Code quality

Leadership

English communication

Tools

AWS

Serverless Framework

GitHub

Jira

Job description

Who We Are

Every industry has a moment when technology finally catches up to the people doing the work.

Who We Are

Every industry has a moment when technology finally catches up to the people doing the work.

We are building that moment for legal.

Neostella creates connected legal technology that brings together the data, workflows, and systems legal teams rely on every day.

Our platform helps firms move faster, collaborate more effectively, and focus on delivering stronger outcomes for their clients.

We believe the legal industry deserves more from its technology. That belief drives us to challenge the status quo and build systems designed for the way modern teams actually work.

We build with courage and measure our work by the impact it creates for our customers.

Recognized as one of Forbes' Best Startup Employers in the Americas for 2026, we are growing with people who want their work to matter.

If you want to build software that changes how an industry operates, you belong here. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a Senior Python Developer to join our team!

Why This Role Matters Right Now

Neostella is scaling rapidly, and as our platform grows in complexity, the need for strong technical leadership and high-quality backend development becomes increasingly critical. Our ability to deliver reliable, scalable, and well-integrated systems depends on experienced engineers who can both execute at a high level and elevate the performance of the broader team.

This role exists because we need senior-level ownership across our backend architecture and development processes. The Senior Python Developer will play a key role in building scalable APIs, leading development efforts, and ensuring engineering excellence across projects. Your work will directly impact system performance, development velocity, and our ability to deliver high-quality solutions to our customers.

What You'll Manage

We're looking for a Senior Python Developer who will lead the design, development, and delivery of backend services while mentoring other engineers and driving technical best practices.

You will take ownership of complex features from concept through release, ensuring code quality, scalability, and alignment with architectural standards. This includes designing APIs, building integrations, and leveraging AWS services to support robust, serverless applications.

In addition to hands‑on development, you'll play a critical role in team enablement—conducting code reviews, resolving technical challenges, and improving development processes. You'll collaborate closely with Technical Leads, product teams, and cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and effectively.

What You Bring

We're looking for a developer who combines strong technical expertise with leadership and ownership. You are confident working across backend systems, APIs, and cloud environments, and you take pride in writing clean, scalable, and maintainable code.

You're someone who doesn't just execute—you think critically about architecture, identify opportunities for improvement, and proactively solve problems before they escape. You enjoy mentoring others, contributing to team growth, and fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

You thrive in fast-paced environments, communicate clearly, and are comfortable balancing hands‑on development with technical leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

You'll lead backend development, technical quality, and team enablement:

• Lead development of high-quality, scalable features while mentoring junior and mid-level developers
• Ensure adherence to SDLC standards, coding best practices, and architectural guidelines
• Participate in solution design and technical planning to support scalable system architecture
• Own code quality through rigorous testing, integration validation, and comprehensive code reviews
• Serve as a technical escalation point, resolving complex issues and unblocking the team
• Maintain clear, proactive communication on progress, risks, and timelines via stand-ups, Jira, and Slack
• Take full ownership of assigned features, delivering release-ready work on time
• Develop and maintain backend services, APIs, and integrations using Python and AWS
• Contribute to and improve technical documentation, ensuring maintainability and onboarding support
• Drive continuous improvement across processes, system design, and development practices

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in software development.
• Proficiency in Python and experience building APIs and backend services.
• Experience with REST API integrations; familiarity with SOAP is a plus.
• Understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
• Exposure to or interest in serverless architecture and frameworks (e.g., Serverless Framework).
• Familiarity with AWS services such as Lambda, Step Functions, API Gateway, and SQS.
• Basic understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum experience is a plus).
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Comfortable receiving feedback and open to continuous growth.

Technical Environment:

• Languages & Frameworks: Python, Serverless Framework
• Cloud: AWS (Lambda, Step Functions, API Gateway, SQS, etc.)
• Dev Tools: GitHub, Jira
• Monitoring/Logging: Coralogix
• APIs: REST, SOAP